PLYMOUTH, WIS. — Cheese manufacturer Sargento announced the launch of several new products, many of which involved collaborations with other food companies.

Sargento introduced its sliced Natural American Cheese, as well as three varieties of Seasoned Shredded Cheese, and three cheese and cracker snacking combinations of Shareables.

The company said it developed the shredded cheese flavors with McCormick & Co, Inc., leading to the creation of three spicy options: Frank's RedHot, Cholula and McCormick Crushed Red Pepper. Sargento said consumers are seeking more bold and spicy flavors, and its new Seasoned Shredded Cheese products “deliver the heat with recognizable flavor brands.”

Mondelēz International, Inc., partnered with Sargento on the new Shareables: Cheddar & Colby-Jack + RITZ, White Cheddar & Gouda + TRISCUIT, and Pepper Jack & Monterey Jack + RITZ.

Sargento said it developed the portioned snack trays to build upon the success of its Fun! Balanced Breaks. The cheese maker added that the new Shareables feature resealable packaging so consumers may save their snacks for later after opening them.

The new Natural American Cheese, Sargento said, contains only five ingredients, which distinguishes it from other processed American cheeses in the dairy aisle that have nine or more ingredients. Sargento said it spent years developing the 100% natural cheese slices, making sure they had the “melt, flavor, aroma and texture” that consumers expect.

“For more than 70 years, our focus on innovation, quality and taste has made Sargento the leader in natural cheese,” Sargento general manager of consumer products Erin Price said. “In 2025, we’re continuing our leadership by unveiling three new products that will resonate with consumers looking for bold, new flavors and snack options, while at the same time, growing the natural cheese category. We're thrilled to partner with other category leaders like Mondelēz International and McCormick & Co, Inc. to bring these groundbreaking natural cheese products to market.”