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Deceptive Dairy Desserts

This Project Denneler Cheese Concoction Looks Like Pumpkin Pie

— November 24, 2012 — Special
At first glance, the Project Denneler creations may look like pumpkin pie slices, but they are more than what they seem. These appetizing bite-sized munchies are actually made from cheddar cheese wedges, dollops of cream cheese and assorted crackers including Triscuits. Constructed to look like a lavish slice of pumpkin pie, it is guaranteed to confuse those who pick it up.

With American Thanksgiving underway, surprise your guests with an appetizer that appears like a traditional holiday dessert. Watch in surprise as they eye what appears to be pumpkin pie and instead bite into the cheesy deliciousness that is this project.

What this deceptive dessert reinforces is the belief that there is truly more than meets the eye, and that you can't judge a dessert by its aesthetic cover.
Trend Themes
1. Deceptive Food Designs - The exterior of one dish betrays its contents, as consumers are tricked into thinking they are eating one thing when it is actually something else entirely, opening the door for new imagining of what food can look like.
2. Alternative Ingredients - By using unexpected ingredients, such as cheddar cheese in place of pumpkin puree, chefs can create unique and inviting flavor combinations that intrigue and tantalize consumers' taste buds.
3. Edible Art - Presentation skills take a new level as designers and chefs create artful and playful dishes that delight all the senses with delightfully playful twists and turns.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - As the industry continues to innovate in flavors, food technology and presentation, novel approaches to capturing consumers’ attention provides a wider market reach.
2. Marketing and Advertising - Brands looking to make a splash can take a cue from these deceptively designed foods by engaging with their audience with playful designs that can go viral on social media sites such as Instagram and Twitter.
3. Hospitality - New spins on traditional dishes can create memorable experiences for guests, who will want to return time and time again as much for the artistry as for the flavors themselves.
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