# Cheese-Paired Sausage Snacks McSweeney's New Pep' N Cheddies Serve as a Balanced Snack Option By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-09-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pep-n-cheddies References: [preparedfoods](http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/118646-mcsweeneys-pep-n-cheddies) & [newswire](http://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/introducing-a-first-of-its-kind-meat-snack-from-mcsweeneys---pep-n-cheddies-590927351.html) McSweeney's recently debuted a nutritionally balanced snack food called Pep' N Cheddies in handy single-serve packets. With a growing number of consumers looking for healthier on-the-go options, this meat and cheese pairing provides a unique snack solution. Pep' N Cheddies are individually packaged snacks comprised of a mild-flavored pepperoni stick and a serving of Bothwell's premium cheddar cheese. The inclusion of both meat and cheese makes the snack a more nutritionally balanced, high-protein option. The snacks are also packaged in easy-to-peel packets, which makes them a convenient choice for school lunches or post-gym fuel. As McSweeney's Brand Manager Kylie Landry explains, "With grab-and-go items increasing in market share and a trend towards protein snacking, McSweeney's Pep' N Cheddies are certain to make packing lunches a breeze while providing an energizing snack." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - 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 - **Healthier On-the-go Snacks:** The demand for convenient and nutritious snacks is growing, creating opportunities for innovative products like McSweeney's Pep' N Cheddies. - **Protein Snacking Trend:** Consumers are looking for high-protein snack options, opening up potential for meat and cheese pairings like Pep' N Cheddies. - **Convenient Packaging Solutions:** Easy-to-peel packets and single-serve options are becoming increasingly important for on-the-go snacks, presenting an opportunity for packaging innovations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Snack Food Industry:** The snack food industry can tap into the growing demand for healthier and more convenient snack options with products like Pep' N Cheddies. - **Meat and Cheese Industry:** The meat and cheese industry can create innovative meat and cheese pairings to cater to the protein snacking trend, similar to McSweeney's Pep' N Cheddies. - **Packaging Industry:** The packaging industry can explore new packaging solutions, such as easy-to-peel packets, to meet the needs of consumers seeking convenient on-the-go snacks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cookie-Paired Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-balanced-breaks.md) - [Fridge-Free Protein Snack Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whisps-protein-snackers.md) - [Protein-Rich Cheddar Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddies.md) - [Savory Stick-Style Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sargento-cheese-snacks.md) - [Pretzel-Paired Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snackups.md) - [Cheese-Paired Cracker Snack Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strings-things-munch-mix.md) - [Dual-Cheese Snack Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddarella-string-cheese.md) - [Protein-Driven Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-cheese-sticks.md) - [High-Fiber Cheese-Flavored Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-snack-range.md)