The zombie cupcake turns a delicious sweet treat into an oozing taste explosion.
From the side, this dessert looks like an ordinary fluffy muffin just waiting for you to take a bite. Don't let the star sprinkles fool you however, this sweet snack is deadly. Fondant is used to make a thick swirl that covers the cupcake and then, a big chunk is taken out of the side so it seems like a flesh bite by a living corpse. The pastry is then airbrushed with brown food coloring and the bite mark is stippled in with edible cherry gel. To create the bloody cherry on top, just roll fondant into the red coloring and place a tooth pick on top.
Once the initial zombie cupcake is done, you may add sprinkles, chocolate shavings or just leave the ghoulish cupcake bare.
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The Zombie Cupcake Will Make You Think Twice About Eating Pastries
Trend Themes
1. Zombie-themed Desserts - Opportunity to capitalize on the trend of incorporating horror themes into desserts, such as zombie-inspired treats.
2. Edible Food Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity for creating visually stunning and unique desserts that resemble objects or characters.
3. Interactive Food Experiences - Opportunity to engage customers in interactive experiences by offering desserts that simulate unexpected sensations or surprises when consumed.
Industry Implications
1. Bakery - Innovative bakery businesses can explore the creation of zombie-themed pastries and other visually striking dessert designs.
2. Event Catering - Opportunity for event caterers to offer unique and interactive dessert options, enhancing the overall experience for guests.
3. Food Entertainment - Disruptive innovation opportunity for food entertainment companies to incorporate interactive and visually appealing food experiences into their offerings.