From Metallica’s guitar-shaped ice cream to pumpkin spice goat cheese

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We round-up some of the most exciting dairy products to be released in the US over the past few weeks - including a host of pumpkin spice LTOs!

In the year ending July 29, U.S. sales of pumpkin-flavored products reached $802.5 million, according to Nielsen. That’s up 42% from the same period in 2019. There are pumpkin spice Oreos, protein drinks, craft beers, cereals and even Spam.

According to Nielse, US sales of pumpkin-flavored products reached $802.5m in the year ending July 29 - a 42% increase on the same period in 2019.

While Starbucks started the pumpkin spice latte trend back in 2023, today, pumpkin-flavored products span way beyond coffee and into beer, crackers, and ice cream and cheese.

No surprise then that this month's new products gallery is dominated by pumpkin-flavored offerings. Scroll through the images to find out some of the latest releases available in the US this fall.

Scroll through the gallery to find out more about each of the products
Scroll through the gallery to find out more about each of the products
Philadelphia’s Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Spread returns
Philadelphia’s Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Spread returns

Celebrating ’10 years of pumpkin spice perfection’, Philadelphia’s seasonal cream cheese spread debuted in 2013 and has now returned to stores nationwide for a 10th year. Not surprisingly, it has a subtle pumpkin spice flavor and is sweet and creamy.

The product is sold in 7.5oz/212g packs and contains 80 calories, 6g fat, 1g protein, 100mg of sodium and 5g of sugar per serving (equal to 2tbsp).

Image: Philadelphia/Kraft Heinz

LaClare Creamery’s trio of cheeses
LaClare Creamery’s trio of cheeses

The artisanal cheesemaker has introduced three new flavors to its portfolio of goats cheese – Chili Lime, Mediterranean, and Pumpkin.

Created with consumer trends in mind, Chili Lime seeks to appeal to those looking for tangy and bright flavor combinations, and is spiced with a blend of chipotle chiles, lime and salt. ‘Mediterranean’ is a chèvre cheese spiced with a blend of olives, savory herbs and spices, while Pumpkin sees a pumpkin spice puree and a hint of cinnamon added to the goats cheese for what LaClare Creamery describes as a ‘classic fall flavor’.

The cheeses (4oz/113g each) are available from various stockists nationwide.

Images via LaClare Creamery

My/Mochi brings back Pumpkin Spice and Apple Pie á La Mode
My/Mochi brings back Pumpkin Spice and Apple Pie á La Mode

LA-based company My/Mochi started to stock its seasonal mochi ice creams nationwide from early September.

This year’s products are Pumpkin Spice, which contains cinnamon pumpkin spice ice cream and graham cracker wrapped in mochi dough; and Apple Pie á La Mode, which delivers a twist on the classic dessert, with a cinnamon spice apple filling in the center of vanilla ice cream.

My/Mochi seasonals are available at select retailers nationwide for an average price of $5.99 for a six-count box.

Images: PRNewswire/My/Mochi

Kerrygold’s latest cheese snacks
Kerrygold’s latest cheese snacks (Hand-out/Kerrygold)

Kerrygold, a brand of Ornua Foods, has launched new ready-to-eat cheese sticks, which are rolling onto store shelves across the US.

The range comprises two flavors – Aged Cheddar, which are 'rich and firm' cheddar sticks, and Dubliner, which exhibit a more rounded, mature cheddar flavor with nutty tones and a piquant bite akin to aged Parmesan.

Both products are a good source of protein and gluten-free and are available at Wegman’s, Whole Foods, giant Foods, and other outlets.

Image: Kerrygold

Chobani's dairy (and non-dairy) seasonals
Chobani's dairy (and non-dairy) seasonals

Dairy major Chobani has gone plant-based for a new 'limited batch' Oatmilk Pumpkin Spice beverage. Described as a ‘rich, creamy, pumpkin spice-flavored’ oat drink, it's the latest addition to the brand’s range of dairy-free offerings.

Niel Sandfort, Chobani chief innovation officer, said fall beverages are in demand ‘earlier than ever this year’, adding: “This product is delicious straight up, over ice, or as a pumpkin spice flavor kick to hot and cold coffee, cereal, oatmeal, smoothies, or anywhere else oatmilk is enjoyed.”

Chobani Oatmilk Pumpkin Spice is available now at a suggested retail price of $4.29, while supplies last.

Besides the oatmilk, the company is bringing a range of dairy products back for pumpkin-spice season. These include its Greek yogurt Chobani with Zero Sugar Pumpkin Spice; the Chobani Coffee Creamer Pumpkin Spice Flavored natural cream; and the Chobani Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Spice Blended.

Image: Chobani

One Brands launches protein cheese puffs
One Brands launches protein cheese puffs

One Brands has expanded its offering into salty protein snacks with the launch of One Puffs! Shreddin’ Cheddar and Spicy Nacho flavored protein snacks. Each pack provides 14g of protein and 150 calories and has been formulated as a mid-afternoon and evening snack.

The cheese puffs are sold in individual bags or in packs of 10 bags and can be purchased from Walmart.

Image: One Brands

Enlightened and Metallica partner over guitar-shaped ice cream bar release
Enlightened and Metallica partner over guitar-shaped ice cream bar release

The foundation of rock bank Metallica, All Within My Hands, has partnered with ice cream maker Enlightened to release a limited-edition ice cream bar. A portion of the proceeds from each purchase will go towards funding the foundation’s mission of supporting local food banks.

The ice cream is made in collaboration with ESP Guitars and will feature a sweepstake for an autographed black guitar, which will be signed by all four members of the band. Visit eatenlightened.com/awmh to find out more about the competition.

The AWMH x Enlightened ice cream bar contains vanilla-flavored dairy ice cream covered in dark chocolate. The bar will be sold in a box of four at RRP $6.99 and will be available for a limited time only at Sprouts Farmers Market, Wegmans, ShopRite, H-E-B, Weis Markets, Safeway, Foodtown, and other outlets.

Image via Enlightened