# Flagged Foodie Cakes The 'A Little Taste of Independence' Cake Shows Patriotic Pride By Emily Evans | Published 2011-07-05 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-little-taste-of-independence-cake References: [secretlifeofachefswife](http://secretlifeofachefswife.com/anthologie/desserts/the-coolest-fourth-of-july-cake-ive-ever-seen) & [17andbaking](http://17andbaking.com/2009/07/01/a-little-taste-of-independence/) The fourth of July may have come and gone, but [patriotic pride](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frutta-bowls-red-white-blue-bowl) is still in the air for many, making this 'A Little Taste of Independence' cake a sweetly embraced treat. For many Americans, the fourth of July represents more than one day, it is a resurgence of nationalism. This delicious cake creation was created by Elissa, a baking blogger from the site 17 and Baking. This particular recipe was created using a white coconut flavored recipe, but can be made with any [white cake mixture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/give-with-joy-cake). The 'A Little Taste of Independence' cake is the perfect recipe for those who want to show off their national pride. **Implications** - Recipes and products that reinforce national pride continue to be extremely popular among all nations, as consumers enjoy the opportunity to show off their patriotism. Products that give consumers the opportunity to do this will continue to be popular even apart for national holidays. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Regional](https://www.trendhunter.com/regional) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Patriotic Pride Products:** Creating products that allow consumers to express their national pride will remain popular beyond national holidays. - **Nationalistic Recipes:** Recipes that evoke a sense of national pride will continue to appeal to consumers. - **Resurgence of Nationalism:** As nationalism grows, there will be increased demand for products and recipes that promote patriotic pride. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the demand for patriotic-themed products and recipes. - **Home Decor:** Home decor industries can create patriotic-themed decorations to help consumers express their national pride. - **Party Supplies:** Party suppliers can offer patriotic-themed supplies to cater to consumers celebrating their country. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Independence Day Donut Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-spangled-sweetness-collection.md) - [Patriotic Prepackaged Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-debbie-independence-day.md) - [Patriotic Grocer Dessert Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-spangled-desserts.md) - [Patriotic Americana Pastry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourth-of-july-donuts.md) - [Patriotic Fruit-Packed Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-white-blueberry-pancakes.md) - [Indulgent Independence Day Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinkbox-doughnuts-fourth-of-july.md) - [Patriotic Sprinkle-Infused Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-white-blue-twinkies.md) - [Patriotic Americana Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-stars-and-stripes-dozen.md) - [Patriotic Barbecue Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stars-stripes-sweetness-collection.md)