Chef and former Next Level Chef contestant Tineke Younger created a spicy mac anc cheese recipe so viral that it played a part in inspiring Carnation’s flavorful Kickin’ Jalapeño Flavored Evaporated Milk.

In 2024, this jalapeño-infused evaporated milk collaboration for mac and cheese lovers launched as part of a limited social media giveaway with drops leading up to National Mac and Cheese Day. A year later, at a time when consumers are snapping up all things spicy, Carnation’s first-ever flavor innovation is making a return. “Last year, demand was through the roof—people were trying to get their hands on every last can,” said Tineke Younger,” That’s why it’s so exciting to team up with Carnation again to bring back this fiery favorite. And this time, even more people can get in on the heat.”