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Snack cheese brand Babybel is expanding its lineup of cheese offerings this spring with the introduction of Mini Babybel Monterey Jack, the brand's first new flavour since 2014. The new variety features a mild and creamy taste with a slight sweetness, offers over 4g of protein per serving and is made with 100% real cheese. Melanie Nemoy, brand director at Babybel, commented: "The adults and families who love Babybel products are our number one priority, and as their needs change, so do we by evolving our portfolio offerings". She added: "Consumers are at the heart of our business decisions, particularly when it comes to new product varieties or reformulations. We sought out their feedback to bring forward Monterey Jack and to improve the Mozzarella that you can try on shelves today." Mini Babybel Monterey Jack is made with no artificial growth hormones, colours, flavours or preservatives and can be found at many US retailers at a retail price of $7.99 for a 12-count net.