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Cerebral Cupcakes

The Bloody Zombie Brains Cupcakes are Spooky

— June 18, 2012 — Art & Design
As the perfect halloween confection, these bloody zombie brains cupcakes are absolutely hilarious, but may not be for those with a weak stomach. Shockingly realistic, these cupcakes are bloody with some sort of jelly that make them look like realistic brains.

The cerebral cupcakes depict a brain that is bloodied and exposed -- perfect for the ultimate zombie enthusiast. Gross-looking, these baked goods are the result of some pretty mad skills.

The bloody zombie brains cupcakes are part of the zombie craze that has resulted in movies, books, music and now baked goods. The red cupcake under the brain icing is also perfect for when you want to add a little gore to your costume and have some epic and tasty blood dripping from your teeth down your chin next halloween.
Trend Themes
1. Zombie Baked Goods - Innovative and disturbing halloween-themed baked goods that capture popular zombie culture.
2. Hyper-realistic Cake Decoration - New opportunities for skilled cake decorators to create uncanny and disturbing designs that are both artistic and edible.
3. Holidays-themed Confections - Incorporating holiday themes and iconic themes, such as zombies, to create popular Halloween products that can be produced seasonal on a large scale.
Industry Implications
1. Bakery - Bakeries can capitalize on the increase in demand for seasonal and holiday-themed baked goods with realistic designs that capture popular culture.
2. Catering - Catering companies can have a lucrative opportunity to create unique and memorable themed desserts such as these realistic zombie-brained cupcakes for themed parties.
3. Entertainment - Creating edible, pop culture-inspired treats can provide innovative opportunities for event organizers to create Halloween or zombie-inspired events.
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