New Products: Reformulated Stuffed Puffs & Gochujang Kettle Chips

Nosh Staff Apr. 12, 2024 at 2:23 PM

In this week’s notable new products roundup, Stuffed Puffs reinvents its flagship milk chocolate-stuffed marshmallows, Whisps launches its “cheesiest cheese snack yet,” and Kettle Brand capitalizes on the rising popularity of Korean cuisine in the U.S with a limited-edition Gochujang flavor.

Erewhon

Alongside the launch of its private label kefir soda, Los Angeles-based cult grocer Erewhon has also released its own line of nut butter cups. Available in two varieties – Peanut Butter Crunch and Almond Butter Crunch – the new treat is made with 70% cacao sweetened with organic coconut sugar. Erewhon’s Nut Butter Cups are available in-store and online for $5.99 per pack of two cups. For more information, visit erewhonmarket.com.

Blue Bunny

Blue Bunny is seeking to bring a twist to the freezer aisle with the introduction of Twist pints. Available in Chocolate Vanilla, Strawberries & Cream, Cookies & Cream, Candy Bar, Mint Chocolate, Blu’s Birthday Cake and Cherry Chocolate, the ice cream pints are now available at retailers nationwide including Walmart, Kroger, Food Lion, Albertsons, Safeway and Publix. For more information, visit bluebunny.com.

Endangered Species

Endangered Species has unveiled a new line of Mini Truffle Bars in three flavors: Almond Dipped in 33% Cocoa, Milk Dipped in 33% Cocoa and Sea Salt Dipped in 55% Cocoa. The individually-wrapped bites are available via the brand’s website for $8.49 per 4.6 oz. bag. For more information, visit chocolatebar.com.

Tonnino

Gourmet tuna brand Tonnino has dropped two new products, Wild Caught Silver Salmon Jars and Premium Canned Albacore Tuna with Vegetables. The former features salmon sourced from the waters of Alaska that is hand-cut and jarred in high-caliber olive oils. The latter consists of pole- and line-caught tuna that is available in water with jalapeno and diced carrots, in olive oil with garlic and herbs and in water with chickpeas, corn and carrots. For more information, visit tonnino.com.

Newman’s Own

Newman’s Own has launched six new salad dressings and frozen pizza products including: Southwest Ranch Dressing, Sourdough Crust Frozen Pizzas in Uncured Pepperoni & Ricotta, Meatball and Five Cheese varieties, and Stone-Fired Crust Frozen Pizzas in Italian Salami and Roasted Garlic & Mushroom varieties. The salad dressing is available for a SRP of $4.49 while the frozen pizzas come with a SRP of $8.69. For more information, visit newmansown.com.

Stuffed Puffs

Stuffed Puffs has reinvented its best selling Classic Milk Chocolate Puffs, now featuring a ganache-style milk chocolate-based center. Additionally, the brand has extended the soft center technology to its Salted Caramel Stuffed Puffs, which are now bursting with caramel in every bite. For more information, visit stuffedpuffs.com.

Kettle Brand

Kettle Brand has unveiled its latest limited-edition flavor, Gochujang. According to a press release, the brand was inspired to create the flavor as Gen Z and Millennials continue to express an interest in sweet and spicy flavor combinations and as Korean cuisine continues to grow in the U.S. Kettle Brand Gochujang Flavored Chips are available at retailers nationwide for a SRP of $5.29 per 6.5 oz. bag. For more information, visit kettlebrand.com.

Whisps

Whisps has announced the launch of what it claims to be its “cheesiest cheese snack yet,” Whisps Popped. Available in three varieties – Perfectly Parmesan, Very Cheddar and Jalapeno Popper – the new snack is made with 100% real cheese that is grated and baked into poppable bites. Whisps Popped snacks are now available at Walmart, Costco, Jewel and Shaw’s with a SRP of $5.99 per 3.5 oz. pouch. For more information, visit whisps.com.

SOMOS

SOMOS has expanded its portfolio of Mexican meal solutions with a new line of Taco, Fajita and Al Pastor Simmer Sauces made from a base of vegetables like peppers, tomatoes or tomatillos. Ninety eight percent of the ingredients used are sourced from Mexico, according to the brand. SOMOS’ Simmer Sauces are available in 12 oz. jars for $4.99 and 8 oz. pouches $2.99 online at SOMOS.com and Amazon.com and at retailers nationwide. For more information, visit eatsomos.com.

DAGola

Food tech company UMeWorld has secured an exclusive license to use proprietary enzymatic properties to manufacture and sell its DAG weight loss cooking oil, DAGola, in the U.S. DAG oil, which is derived from palm, olive, corn and soybeans, “boasts superior digestibility which ensures minimal fat storage,” the brand claims. For more information, visit dagolaoil.com.

Stuzzi

Stuzzi, a hot sauce created by wine and tequila makers Carla and Richard Betts, has made its official U.S. debut. Crafted in Italy, Stuzzi features three simple ingredients: chilies, vinegar and a dash of salt. The hot sauce is currently available online via the brand’s website for $14.99 per 3.4 oz. bottle and will soon hit the shelves of select grocery and retail partners. For more information, visit stuzzihotsauce.com.

Fishwife

Sustainably-sourced tinned fish brand Fishwife has announced the launch of two new oil-packed albacore products: Albacore Tuna in Olive Oil and Albacore Tuna in Spicy Olive Oil. Like the rest of the brand’s portfolio, the new offerings are made with MSC-certified tuna pole- and line-caught in the Bay of Biscay in Spain. Fishwife’s Albacore Tuna in Olive Oil and Albacore Tuna in Spicy Olive Oil are available for $32 per 3-pack. For more information, visit eatfishwife.com.