Kraft Heinz has launched a new range of Philadelphia-branded dips in the US alongside a bowl which can detect when a partygoer “double dips”.

Philadelphia Dips are now available in three flavours: jalapeño cheddar, southwest style with black bean and corn, and buffalo style with celery.

Kraft Heinz said its ‘Double Diptector’ is a smart device made up of a chip and dip bowl that pairs with an app and catches double dippers in the act at social gatherings.

The smart bowl uses pressure sensors inside an average looking chip and dip bowl. Once the bowl is paired with the app, it can track and catch “with almost certainty” if a person double dips. The Diptector follows every dip and alerts the app user with a loud alarm if someone double dips.

Megan Magnuson, associate marketing director for Philadelphia, said: “Holiday parties and gatherings are the perfect time to serve our new Philadelphia Dips. However, we know it’s also a time when double dippers are rampant.

“That’s why we created the Philadelphia Dips Double Diptector. It will alert partygoers of double dippers, so they can protect their delicious Philadelphia Dips and avoid double-dipping mishaps.”

Last year, Kraft Heinz launched two new snack formats under its Philadelphia range in the US: Bagel Chips and Cream Cheese Dip, and Cheesecake Cups.