Cupcakes and Cashmere's 'Mac and Cheese Cups' update the classic buttermilk cupcake. A savory mixture has been endorsed here by Emily Schuman as an ode to the author's days spent as a student who gorged on the inexpensive and easy to make dish.
Schuman's collegiate love pots of cheesy noodles has remained strong. And while her taste buds may be consistent, she has reworked her straight from the box approach, this time with the guidance of allrecipes.com's advice. A simple boiling process was followed with varying degrees of butter, milk, cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, salt and olive oil, all of which were loosely stirred into the pasta. The final Mac and Cheese Cups are the essential bite-sized appetizer, especially for the dairy enthusiast.
Savory Macaroni Cupcakes
Cupcakes and Cashmere's 'Mac and Cheese Cups' Update Dessert Treats
Trend Themes
1. Savory Cupcake Trend - The rise of savory cupcakes presents an opportunity for innovative flavor combinations and unique culinary experiences.
2. Upscaled Comfort Food Trend - Updating classic comfort foods like mac and cheese into gourmet, bite-sized creations offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the food industry.
3. Dessert Fusion Trend - Combining sweet and savory elements in desserts, such as macaroni cupcakes, provides a space for experimentation and creative flavor profiles.
Industry Implications
1. Culinary Industry - Chefs and food entrepreneurs can explore the savory cupcake trend to create new menu items and attract customers with unique flavors.
2. Food Manufacturing Industry - Food manufacturers can capitalize on the upscaled comfort food trend by developing ready-to-eat macaroni cupcake products for convenience and wider distribution.
3. Event Catering Industry - Event caterers can tap into the dessert fusion trend by offering mac and cheese cupcakes as a unique and memorable appetizer option for their clients.