# Candy Floss Animal Cakes This Celebratory Springtime Dessert Features an Edible 3D Sheep By M | Published 2016-03-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-cake References: [handmadecharlotte](http://www.handmadecharlotte.com/cotton-candy-lamb-cake-topper/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=feedpress.me&utm_campaign=Feed:%20hcrss) In celebration of the arrival of spring, lifestyle and food blog Handmade Charlotte shares a celebratory animal cake that features an edible 3D sheep decoration made from puffed cereal treats and candy floss. The sheep is given a pink coat and legs that creatively tie into one of the most popular springtime holidays, Easter. The cake topper draws on themes of revival and growth found in the season of Spring with a quaint little sheep. The animal is recreated using Pocky treats made from stick biscuits dipped in a strawberry sauce. The Pocky cookies make up the sheep's leg while marshmallows and Rice Krispie treats form the animal's oval body. Pink candy floss is then used to give the sheep its fluffy coat, while in a whimsical pastel coloring that captures the hues of spring. The cake topper can be added to any Easter-themed dessert. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Edible 3D Decorations:** Creating 3D edible decorations can add a unique and interactive element to celebratory desserts. - **Creative Cake Toppers:** Incorporating creative cake toppers can elevate the visual appeal and thematic representation of desserts. - **Whimsical Pastel Coloring:** Using whimsical pastel coloring in desserts can evoke the vibrant and playful atmosphere of springtime. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore innovative techniques to create visually captivating and interactive desserts. - **Baking Supplies:** Baking supply companies can develop edible decorations and creative cake toppers that cater to the growing demand for unique dessert experiences. - **Event Planning:** Event planning industry can incorporate whimsical pastel coloring trends into dessert menu selections for spring-themed events and celebrations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Over-the-Top Easter Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-beverage.md) - [Tart Multi-Colored Easter Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamb-sour-rainbows-candy-cube.md) - [Swirled Bunny Face Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bunny-face-chocolate-cake.md) - [Playful Animal-Themed Cotton Candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluffee-floss.md) - [Cotton Candy Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cotton-candy-cake.md) - [Vibrant Spring-Forward Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitedtime-easter-cake.md) - [Easter-Themed Marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetpuffed-1.md) - [Animal-Inspired Easter Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hershey-easter-products.md) - [Easter Egg-Inspired Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-eggcited-cake.md)