Lactosan cheese powders are ideal for enhancing the quality, flavour, and juiciness of both meat and meat substitute products. Our extensive research into the functional properties of cheese powder shows how it can naturally boost savoury flavours, enhance umami and kokumi, and reduce the need for artificial additives such as MSG.
Flavour remains the number one challenge in plant-based and meat alternative products.
We can support you in developing innovative products that meet precise flavour profiles while aligning with clean-label and declaration requirements.
As well as delivering a delicious taste, Lactosan cheese powders can help to improve juiciness across a wide range of products — including fermented and emulsified sausages, meatballs, and brines used for injection or tumbling processes.
We collaborate with international universities to explore how cheese powder can give meat substitutes a more authentic, meaty flavour and enhance the taste of added spices. This ongoing research allows us to provide detailed documentation on the functional benefits of cheese powder, supporting both your production processes and marketing efforts.
2025
Unflavoured
50.3%
Smoked
4.95%
Cheese
2.64%
Seasoning
2.35%
BBQ
2.31%
The meat substitute category claiming "cheese" in new product developments exhibits a CAGR of 3,92% between 2023-2025 with Burgers/Ground Meat/Meatball substitutes being the biggest subcategory.
(Source: Innova Market Insights, March 2026)
At Lactosan, we help manufacturers enhance the flavour, juiciness, and quality of meat and meat substitute products using our specialised cheese powders. From adding a bold Blue Cheese note to sausages to boosting umami in marinated meats, our expertise delivers results. Backed by ongoing research with leading universities, we’re ready to support your next great-tasting innovation. Get in touch to see how Lactosan cheese powder can elevate your product range.
Get in touch so we can help you create great tasting products.
For distinctive cheese taste or just a better taste
For more juiciness
Cheese Powders add umami and kokumi to your meat and meat alternative products.
Whether you are looking to enhance umami or kokumi of your existing products or you want to develop a new and exciting meat or meat alternative product, Lactosan has the expertise and Cheese Powder solutions you need.
