Cheese Analogues, an Alternative to Dietary Restrictions and Choices: The Current Scenario and Future

The increasing demand for plant-based cheese alternatives reflects a shift toward health- ier and more sustainable food choices. This study aimed to map technological trends, formulation strategies, and major challenges in the development of plant-based cheese analogues through a systematic review of the scientific literature and patents. Following the PRISMA protocol, searches were conducted in ScienceDirect and Lens.org between December 2024 and January 2025 using keywords related to cheese...