Bridor’s New Cheese Finger Expands Gourmet Savory Collection

French bakery manufacturer Bridor has introduced a new cheese-based puff pastry snack, adding to its growing gourmet, ready-to-bake savory collection.   

The rising demand for convenience, protein-rich snacks and diversity in flavors is helping to propel the cheese snacks market across Europe. In fact, cheese snacks have fast become a consumer favorite, with 62% of consumers stating that cheese flavors add excitement to savory snacks.

Globally, over three-quarters (77%) of consumers admit to enjoying the taste of cheese, with 22% favoring it for its versatility. In the UK, it is reported that 35% of UK adults eat cheese 2-3 times a week, with Europe leading the charge with an average consumption of 20.44kg per person. It is followed by the United States with an average of 17.9 kg per person, and Canada at 15kg per person.

Enjoyed hot or cold, Bridor’s new Cheese Finger features pure butter, golden puff pastry, a generous and creamy cheese filling, and a topping of grated Emmental to create a delicious and crispy, melt-in-the-mouth texture. Available in quantities of 60 pieces, the ready-to-bake format takes just 16-17 minutes in the oven at 165-170°C. Bridor recommends baking 10 items on a tray, with defrosting times suggested at 30-45 minutes at room temperature.

Bridor was established in France in 1988, the home of bakery and bread, and boasts a long-standing heritage and expertise. Known for its ongoing innovation, Bridor draws inspiration from the latest global trends to deliver new and exciting products that appeal to an international audience.