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Dinner Dessert Hybrids

These Sausage and Mash Cupcakes are Appetizing and Perfect for Dinner

— June 7, 2011 — Lifestyle
Instructables user roboticpink, has managed to create a super-unique twist on the conventional cupcake with her Sausage and Mash cupcakes.

Creator roboticpink has said of the inspiration behind the recipe that, "Ever wanted to eat cupcakes for dinner, but felt too grown up for that much sugar?" For myself, not particularly; but if you have, then this recipe is for you. The combination of the meat, mashed potato 'icing' and peas as sprinkles are sure to get you longing for dinner. With wine-carmelized onions for filling, this interesting twist on the otherwise sweet treat is too intriguing to resist.

The Sausage and Mash cupcakes are a great idea for hors d'œuvres at your next party.
Trend Themes
1. Savory Desserts - Opportunity for bakeries and restaurants to experiment with unconventional sweet and savory flavor combinations in pastries.
2. Upscaled Comfort Food - Opportunity for innovative chefs and food entrepreneurs to add a modern twist to classic comfort foods, offering sophisticated and creative versions of traditional dishes.
3. Playful Presentation - Opportunity for food service and catering businesses to create visually appealing and whimsical presentations for their dishes, making them more instagrammable and shareable on social media.
Industry Implications
1. Bakery - Upsell customers by offering savory twists on traditional desserts, giving a unique flavor profile and satisfying cravings of sweet and savory at the same time.
2. Fine Dining - Offer unique takes on traditional dishes and flavor combinations to attract a broader customer base and stand out from competitors.
3. Catering - Offer playful presentations of savory desserts at events and parties to create memorable experiences and increase social media buzz about the catering service.
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