# Snackable Cheese Sausages Junlebao Dairy Group's OK Cheese Sausage Won a Dairy Innovation Award By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-10-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-sausage References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/world-dairy-innovation-awards-2024-winners-announced)  At the World Dairy Innovation Awards 2024, Junlebao Dairy Group's OK Cheese Sausage took home the winning title in the [Dairy Snack category](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-happy-kitchen-cheese-bites), offering an alternative to popular dairy snacks in the form of cubes, slices, yogurt cups and drinkable yogurts. The rise of low-carb diets like keto has led consumers to swap traditional bread and crackers for cheese-based wraps and crisps to better support their focus on reducing carbohydrates. Cheese-based products like this one not only satisfy cravings but also provide a convenient source of protein, enhancing their appeal as a healthy snack option. These [savory, snackable sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sausage-project-chicken-sausages) from the China-based producer of dairy products are reminiscent of [Mediterranean grilling cheese like halloumi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hellomi-rolls). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 30% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## 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 - **Low-carb Dairy Alternatives:** Integral to ketogenic and other low-carb diets, these cheese sausages offer a protein-rich snack alternative to high-carb items like bread and crackers. - **Protein-packed Snacks:** Appealing to health-conscious consumers, snackable cheese sausages provide a portable and protein-filled option in the evolving snack market. - **Innovative Dairy Snacks:** Reflecting a shift in dairy product consumption, these sausages represent a novel format that enhances versatility and consumer appeal. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Dairy Products:** The introduction of cheese sausages signifies a creative expansion in the variety of dairy snacks, catering to niche dietary preferences. - **Health and Wellness:** As consumers increasingly prioritize nutritious snacks, the dairy-based sausage aligns with the growing demand for functional and convenient food options. - **Snack Foods:** With a focus on portability and protein content, these cheese sausages position themselves as a disruptive innovation in the competitive snack food landscape. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Filled-Center Cheese Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-lollipop.md) - [Grillable Cheese Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-bangers.md) - [Sausage-Shaped Grillable Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesedog.md) - [Snackable Protein Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babybel-protein.md) - [Cheesy Artisan Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-archer-provisions-products.md) - [Dairy-Driven Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smug-dairy.md) - [Continental Charcuterie-Inspired Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodega-snacking-duo.md) - [Squeezable Sausage-Infused Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primula-cheddar-chorizo-squeezy-cheese.md) - [Crunchy Cheese Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchy-cheese-sticks.md)