Danone Fruchtzwerge

Fruchtzwerge (known as Petit Filous or Danonino in other markets) is a well-known dairy snack brand aimed at children. Originally launched in Germany in 1981, it redefined the category by offering a 'fresh cheese' or quark-based snack that has the consistency of yogurt but is technically a soft cheese product.

Today, the brand is owned by Danone, a global leader in the dairy and plant-based industry. While the brand has deep roots in the European market, particularly France and Germany, its production is distributed across several European facilities to serve local markets. The ownership structure remains firmly under the French multinational Danone S.A., which continues to manage the brand's global identity and nutritional standards.