# Intergalactic Cake Pop Recipes These BB-8 Cake Pops are a Delicious Way to Celebrate Star Wars By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-12-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bb8-cake-pops References: [dailydot](http://www.dailydot.com/geek/star-wars-force-awakens-bb8-cake-pops-rosanna-pansino/) Rosanna Pansino, host of the sci-fi cooking show 'Nerdy Nummies,' recently debuted a recipe for making BB-8 cake pops. BB-8 is a character that has become extremely popular since the release of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens.' Now the [roving robot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robocake) is being celebrated in the form of a delicious cake-based treat. The BB-8 cake pops are made from Pansino's popular [orange pound-cake recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funfetti-celebrations-cake-mix). After the cake has been baked, it must be broken down and shaped into the pieces of the droid. While making the cake may be easy, finishing the BB-8 characters requires some advanced decorating skills. Although the intergalactic cake pops may not be the easiest way to celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the recipe provides a delicious treat for future viewings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 81% | 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sci-fi Cooking:** Exploring and experimenting with recipes inspired by science fiction franchises presents an opportunity to create unique and themed culinary experiences. - **Character-inspired Treats:** Creating edible representations of beloved characters from popular media opens up a niche market for customized desserts and confections. - **Advanced Cake Decorating:** The demand for intricate and detailed cake designs offers an opportunity for skilled bakers to showcase their talents and offer specialized services. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Food companies or bakeries can tap into the sci-fi cooking trend by developing and marketing products or recipes inspired by popular media franchises. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies or event planners can include character-inspired treats as part of themed events and experiences to enhance fan engagement. - **Baking and Pastry Arts:** Educational institutions or training centers can offer advanced cake decorating courses or workshops to cater to the growing demand for skilled cake decorators. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Space-Themed Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacethemed-dessert.md) - [Bumblebee-Inspired Cake Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumblebee-cake-pop.md) - [Collaboration Sci-Fi Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-oreo-cookies.md) - [Sci Fi-Themed Popcorn Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/death-star-popcorn.md) - [Raccoon-Shaped Cake Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raccoon-cake-pop.md) - [Space-Themed Cupcake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-cupcakes-mix.md) - [Dubai-Style Macaron Cake Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubaistyle-chocolate-mac-pops.md) - [Creepy Candy-Filled Mini Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bundtlet-full-o-reeses-pieces.md) - [Private Label Cafe Confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birthday-cake-cake-pops.md)