# Sweet-and-Savory Snack Sets Sargento Foods' Newest Balanced Snacks Pair Protein with Sweets By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-04-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balanced-snacks References: [foodbusinessnews.net](http://www.foodbusinessnews.net/Resources/Slideshow/2017/04/New-on-the-shelves-041417/Sargento.aspx?TipID=7) & [sargento](https://www.sargento.com/our-cheese/balanced-breaks) Following the launch of its Balanced Breaks last year, [Sargento Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sargento-cheese-snacks) is now introducing a variation on these healthy, balanced snacks. While the first Balanced Breaks paired cubes of cheese with dried berries and nuts, the all-new Sweet Balanced Breaks feature added pieces of dark chocolate, graham crackers, banana chips and yogurt-flavored drops to cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. As such, these on-the-go snack sets satisfy with less than 200 calories per serving and supply five to seven grams of protein. Knowing that many consumers are looking for satisfying, protein-rich snacks, but also a way to sate their sweet tooth, brands are introducing two-in-one snacks that provide a sampling of nuts, cheese and meat with fruits and chocolate. Other notable examples of this include Tanka Trail selling jerky and trail mix in the same bag, and [Kraft's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-cheese-sticks) Snack Trios. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Two-in-one Snacks:** There is a trend of introducing snacks that combine different food groups to provide a satisfying and balanced eating experience. - **Protein-rich Snacks:** Brands are focusing on creating snacks that are high in protein to cater to the growing demand for healthy and satiating options. - **Sweet and Savory Combination:** The combination of sweet and savory flavors in snacks is gaining popularity as it appeals to consumers looking for diverse taste experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Snack Food Industry:** The snack food industry has the opportunity to innovate by creating more two-in-one snacks that offer a variety of flavors and food groups in convenient packages. - **Protein Supplement Industry:** The protein supplement industry can explore the development of ready-to-eat protein-rich snacks to cater to consumers' need for quick and healthy on-the-go options. - **Confectionery Industry:** The confectionery industry can capitalize on the sweet and savory combination trend by creating unique and indulgent snacks that combine flavors like chocolate and cheese. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Stick-Style Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sargento-cheese-snacks.md) - [Fridge-Free Protein Snack Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whisps-protein-snackers.md) - [Gen Z-Targeted Cheese Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sargento-products.md) - [Pretzel-Paired Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snackups.md) - [Bite-Sized Protein-Packed Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proteinpacked-chocolates.md) - [Superfood-Infused Chocolate Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfoodinfused-chocolate-bites.md) - [Satisfying Protein Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fulfil-nutrition.md) - [Snackable Protein Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babybel-protein.md) - [Continental Charcuterie-Inspired Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-snacking-duo.md)