# Cheese-Stuffed Side Dishes Papa John's is Now Selling Stuffed Cheesesticks Alongside Its Pizzas By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-12-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-cheesesticks References: [brandeating](http://www.brandeating.com/2016/12/papa-johns-bakes-new-stuffed-cheesesticks.html) & [papajohns](https://www.papajohns.com/locations/usa/mi/dundee/48131/100-cabela-blvd/4752) For those who find that their pizza never has enough cheese, Papa John's has unveiled a decadent new appetizer called Stuffed Cheesesticks that is oozing with cheesy goodness. Currently available now through January, the hybrid breadsticks are the perfect way to warm up this winter. The new Stuffed Cheesesticks from Papa John's come in a meaty [Bacon Cheddar flavor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-cheddar-twists) and a vegetarian-friendly Wisconsin Cheese flavor. The former consists of a [fluffy bread base](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newyork-perfect-cheese-perfect-pizza) filled with melted cheddar, provolone, fontina, asiago and mozzarella cheese, combined with a flavorful [garlic sauce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-crazy-crust-pepperoni), hickory-smoked bacon and a dusting of parmesan cheese on top. The Wisconsin Cheese Stuffed Cheesesticks feature all of the same toppings, minus the bacon. The cheesy breadsticks are also served with a creamy sauce on the side for dipping. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cheese-stuffed Side Dishes:** Opportunity for restaurants to create innovative cheese-stuffed side dishes to cater to cheese lovers and offer unique appetizers. ### Where This Applies - **Pizza Delivery:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for pizza delivery chains to expand their menu and offer cheese-stuffed side dishes alongside their pizzas. - **Fast Food:** Opportunity for fast food chains to introduce cheese-stuffed side dishes as a indulgent and flavorful alternative to traditional breadsticks or fries. - **Appetizer Market:** Opportunity for appetizer producers to tap into the growing demand for cheese-stuffed side dishes and offer a wide range of flavorful options to cater to different tastes and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stuffed Pizza Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaqaroni-stuffed-sticks.md) - [Pepperoni-Filled Pizza Crusts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-pepperoni-stuffed-crust-pizza.md) - [Extra-Cheesy Pepperoni-Packed Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-pepperonistuffed-crust-pizza.md) - [Pepperoni-Packed Pizza Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepperoni-stuffed-cheesy-bread.md) - [Garlic Parmesan Pizza Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-stuffed-crust-1.md) - [Bake-at-Home Stuffed Crust Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papa-murphys-take-n-bake-pizza.md) - [Crisped Cheddar Crust Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-crust-pizza.md) - [Cheesy Calzone Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-calzone-papa-bites.md) - [Extra-Cheesy Pizzeria Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-menu-items.md)