SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 14, 2025 – Kellanova is turning up the heat on K-12 foodservice innovation with an exciting lineup of whole grain-rich products designed to meet USDA guidelines and delight students' taste buds. With bold flavors, trusted brands, and convenient prep options, these new offerings are crafted to make life easier for school foodservice operators while delivering the taste kids crave.
Cheez-It® and Scooby-Doo! Snacks Ready for 2025-26
For the upcoming school year, Kellanova is rolling out Cheez-It® Spicy Buffalo crackers, packed with 8g of whole grain and a flavorful kick of buffalo sauce seasoning. This snack delivers the 100% real cheese taste students know and love, now with a subtle heat that taps into the growing demand for spicy snacks in K-12.
Also making its debut is Kellogg’s® Scooby-Doo!™ Baked Graham Cracker Snacks Chocolate — a lightly sweet, crunchy treat that ranks among kids' favorite snack categories.
“At Kellanova, we’re passionate about fueling better school days with food kids love and nutrition operators can feel good about,” said Jessica Waller, General Manager, Kellanova Away From Home. “Our new offerings put whole grains front and center while bringing bold flavors to trusted brands like Cheez-It and MorningStar Farms. We’re constantly thinking about practical solutions to nutritional requirements and student taste preferences we can offer that make it easier for K-12 operators to serve meals that are both nourishing and delicious.”
Sneak Peek at the 2026-27 Lineup
Looking ahead to the 2026-27 school year, Kellanova will preview an innovative range of whole grain products at the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference (ANC) in San Antonio. Among the highlights:
- MorningStar Farms® Whole Grain Breaded Original Chik’n Patty – Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, with a golden-brown whole grain panko breading.
- MorningStar Farms® Whole Grain Breaded Spicy Chik’n Patty – Adds a fiery twist with a bold spice blend wrapped in crunchy whole grain panko.
- Cheez-It® Pizza, made with 8g whole grain – Classic Cheez-It® real cheese taste meets pizza-flavored seasoning for a snackable favorite.
- Cheez-It® Walking Taco, made with whole grain – A clever pouch design perfect for customizable creations like walking tacos and other easy-prep meals.
- Cheez-It®, made with whole grain, bulk case – Versatile bulk packaging ideal for soup bars, salad toppings, or bold mac and cheese additions, helping operators boost flavor and creativity.
“Our innovation is both student-approved and operator-friendly,” said Lisa Favia, Commercial Strategy Senior Director, Kellanova Away From Home. “Given we are seeing a growth in speed scratch among operators, we're reviewing how our products can support the evolving needs of operators. With Cheez-It® Walking Taco packaging and bulk Cheez-It® and Eggo packs, for example, we’re offering options in our portfolio that enable the culinary creativity of foodservice directors while also supporting whole grain and nutrition goals.”
Supporting Operators with Education and Culinary Inspiration
At ANC 2025, Kellanova will not only showcase its new products but also host recipe demonstrations and educational sessions. Foodservice operators can sample innovative dishes like Sunrise Cheezaquiles with Cheez-It Crackers, Open Faced Chik’n and Waffles, and a Spicy Chik’n Banh Mi Sandwich — all crafted to meet the growing interest in speed scratch cooking.
To further support healthy school menus, Kellanova is sponsoring sessions with grain science expert Dr. Julie Miller Jones, who will shed light on the role of enriched whole grains in student nutrition and address common myths with science-backed insights.
Kellanova remains committed to providing delicious, nutritious, and practical solutions for schools across the country. Learn more at kellanovaawayfromhome.com.