# Layered Horror-Comedy Cakes Crumbl Has a Beetlejuice-Themed Afterlife Cake for the New Movie By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2024-09-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuicethemed-afterlife-cake References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2024/09/crumbl-bakes-beetlejuice-cake-and-banana-bread.html)  With the new 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' film set to be released on September 6, 2024, [Crumbl](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-pumpkin-cake) is helping fans get ready for the occasion with a new [Beetlejuice-themed Afterlife Cake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice-x-lush). Perfect for 'Beetlejuice' fans, the new cake will be available just in time for the movie's primer – the week ending on September 7, 2024. The new Afterlife Cake consists of two layers of [moist dark chocolate cake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-moist-dark-chocolate-cake-mix) with vanilla and dark chocolate cream cheese frosting sandwiched in between. The whole thing is then topped with sprinkles and a limited-edition "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" cake topper. If 'Beetlejuice' is not quite your thing, Crumbl also has a new Banana Bread treat available during the same week. This dessert consists of a mini banana bread loaf topped with brown sugar and sweet cinnamon streusel. Image Credit: Crumbl ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 27% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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's Driving This Trend - **Theme-promotional Desserts:** Limited-edition themed cakes tied to movie releases harness the power of pop culture to generate excitement and drive sales. - **Layered-flavored Treats:** Combining multiple flavors and textures in desserts creates complex taste experiences that appeal to sophisticated palates. - **Limited-time Offerings:** Introducing exclusive seasonal products encourages rapid consumer engagement through a sense of urgency. ### Who This Affects Most - **Baked Goods:** Layered horror-comedy cakes represent a niche innovation merging thematic elements with traditional dessert offerings. - **Entertainment:** Collaborating with the film industry to release themed products amplifies cross-promotional strategies between films and consumer goods. - **Marketing:** Utilizing limited-edition items connected to popular culture generates buzz and leverages timed releases for maximum impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Family Movie-Themed Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freakier-friday-key-lime-blackberry-cake.md) - [Spooky Comedic Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-vanilla-fudge-stripes.md) - [Ghoulish Theater-Only Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanta-haunted-apple-icee.md) - [Horror-Comedy Film Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice-afterlife-experience.md) - [Film-Inspired Breakfast Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterlife-menu.md) - [Exclusive Spooky Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-fanta-flavor.md) - [Two-Tier Pumpkin Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-pumpkin-cake.md) - [Comedic Horror Candy Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maynards-bassetts-beetlejuice-beetlejuice.md) - [Miniature Toffee Banana Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-upside-down-cake.md)