Yes, culinary inventions that blend Asian and Western influences are alive and well... and of course, they have come a long way from the wonton self-packaging influence on the burrito.
The chocolate-covered fortune cookie is available with a white or dark chocolate coat, with optional sprinkles, making it look oddly resemblant of the North American donut.
And yes, the fortune can also be custom made, with the sole restriction being that the message must be 90-characters or less.
The fortune cookies are produced and sold by the dozen by the Custom Fortune Cookie Company in Houston, Texas.
East & West Meet With Customization
Personalized Donut Fortune Cookies
Trend Themes
1. Fusion Desserts - There is an opportunity for the creation of new fusion desserts that combine elements from different cultures.
2. Custom Fortune Cookies - Customizable fortune cookies are a trend and there is an opportunity to expand customization options for messages and flavors to appeal to a wider audience.
3. Chocolate-coated Treats - Chocolate-coated fortune cookies are a trend and there is an opportunity to create new chocolate-covered treats by incorporating other types of traditional snacks.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can create new products using the fusion dessert trend.
2. Marketing - The marketing industry can use custom fortunes in fortune cookies as a promotional tool for brands and events.
3. Customized Products - The customized products industry can create custom fortune cookies for occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries.