# Snack-Sized Cheese Packs The Great Midwest's Snackin' Cheese Sets Include Cheese Bites and Cubes By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-06-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-bites References: [foodbusinessnews.net](http://www.foodbusinessnews.net/Resources/Slideshow/2017/06/Cheese-snacks-at-IDDBA/6.aspx?TipID=5) The Great Midwest's Snackin' Cheese sets are loaded with [string cheese bites and cheese cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddarella-string-cheese), offering a quick and easy way for consumers to enjoy a taste of artisan cheese from Wisconsin. The packs include a multi-colored assortment of mild cheddar and part-skin mozzarella, which can be seen from the cut-out transparent panels on the front of each cheese snack bag. As well as turning to cheese as a wholesome, flavorful and portable snack that provides a source of protein, consumers are showing a greater interest in [pre-packaged on-the-go cheese snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babybel-protein) that are minimally processed and full of nutrients. To highlight one feature of eating these [bite-sized cheese pieces as a snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granarolo-cheese-crisps), The Great Midwest's package also calls out its USA-made cheese strings and bites as a suitable gluten-free option. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 29% | 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **On-the-go Cheese Snacks:** The trend of pre-packaged on-the-go cheese snacks is growing as consumers seek convenient and nutritious options. - **Artisan Cheese:** Consumers are increasingly interested in artisan cheese, opting for high-quality and flavorful options. - **Transparent Packaging:** Transparent panels on snack packs provide visibility and transparency, appealing to consumers who want to see the product before purchase. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Dairy Industry:** The dairy industry can capitalize on the on-the-go cheese snack trend by developing innovative and convenient cheese products. - **Packaging Industry:** The packaging industry can explore new ways to incorporate transparent panels into snack packaging, enhancing visibility and attracting consumers. - **Artisan Food Industry:** The artisan food industry can leverage the growing interest in artisan cheese by creating unique and high-quality cheese products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crunchy Filler-Free Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-happy-kitchen-cheese-bites.md) - [Artisanal Cheese Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sartori-cheese-cheese-bites.md) - [Fridge-Free Protein Snack Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whisps-protein-snackers.md) - [Cheese-Paired Cracker Snack Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strings-things-munch-mix.md) - [Seasoned Puffed Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whisps-snack.md) - [Cookie-Paired Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-balanced-breaks.md) - [Convenient Irish Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerrygold-cheese-snacks.md) - [Twice-Baked Cheese Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cassavida.md) - [Savory Stick-Style Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sargento-cheese-snacks.md)