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Scrumptious Savory Confections

Frost Doughnuts Mixes the Sweet and Salty for an Epic Cake

— June 18, 2011 — Lifestyle
Still looking for that perfect Father's Day gift? Perhaps a tasty treat will be the best way to go; why not give Dad this Frost Doughnuts Smokey Bacon Maple Bar Cake?

I know some may be a little skeptical about the mix of sweet and savory flavors, but it doesn't hurt to be a little adventurous for once. This scrumptious bar cake from Frost Doughnuts is all about adding a smoky taste that'll suit Dad just fine. There's already the combination of bacon chocolate that's been so successful; perhaps this will be just as good, if not better.

This Smokey Bacon Maple Bar Cake can only be ordered from Frost Doughnuts. I'd say give it a shot before you try to actually make this at home.
Trend Themes
1. Sweet-savory Fusion - There is a growing trend of combining sweet and savory flavors in confections, presenting opportunities for innovative flavor combinations.
2. Bacon-chocolate Craze - The popularity of bacon-chocolate combinations has paved the way for other savory ingredients like bacon to be incorporated into sweet treats, creating unique and indulgent desserts.
3. Adventurous Palates - Consumers are becoming more open to trying unconventional flavor combinations, providing an opportunity for businesses to experiment with new and exciting taste profiles.
Industry Implications
1. Bakery - Bakeries can leverage the trend of sweet-savory fusion by creating unique confections that combine traditional sweet flavors with unexpected savory ingredients.
2. Food Gifting - The demand for unique and memorable gifts like the Smokey Bacon Maple Bar Cake presents an opportunity for businesses in the food gifting industry to offer innovative and distinctive products.
3. Catering - Catering companies can cater to adventurous palates by incorporating sweet-savory fusion desserts into their menus, providing a unique and memorable dining experience for customers.
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