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Vintage Video Game Chocolates

These Chocolate Molds Resemble Retro Game Controllers

— July 24, 2013 — Art & Design
If you were looking for sweet Nintendo-inspired chocolate molds, look no further! These DIY desserts are ideal for chocoholics and gamers alike. The mold is made from polypropylene plastic, so it's safe to use and approved by the FDA. The chocolate mold contains six cavities and creates approximately 17 pieces of chocolate with one pound. One can also use the container for cream cheese, candy coating, soap and butter for other retro-themed snacks.

The classic controller shape is reminiscent of early versions of video games. The nostalgic feel makes these treats a great homemade gift. Likewise, they make a great snack for prolonged gaming marathons. These chocolate molds are available from CK Products for $4.55.

Trend Themes
1. Retro-themed DIY Desserts - Creating edible molds that resemble vintage video game controllers provide a new and nostalgic way of satisfying those with a sweet tooth.
2. Versatility of Polypropylene Plastic Molds - These molds can be used not just for chocolate, but also for other snack items that can be created in the shape of retro video game controllers, showing the potential for innovation in the world of food design.
3. Nostalgia-driven Food Innovation - By offering retro-inspired chocolate molds, there is a growing market for innovative food products that tap into nostalgic feelings to better capture consumers' attention.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The versatility of molds made from polypropylene plastic invites a new product line of snacks and other food offerings shaped like video game controllers that would resonate with retro game enthusiasts.
2. Gaming - The nostalgic feel of these sweet treats lends itself to creating a whole new genre of snack foods that could be enjoyed by gamers during marathon gaming sessions, opening doors to possible new food products designed with gamers in mind.
3. Gifts and Novelty Items - With the growing demand for nostalgia-laden products, edible shaped molds resembling vintage video game controllers have the potential to fill a gift and novelty niche market.
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