# Meringue-Topped Donuts The New Berry Pavlova Donut is Inspired by a Popular Meringue-Based Dessert By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-06-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berry-pavlova References: [brandeating](http://www.brandeating.com/2016/05/krispy-kreme-uk-now-offers-new-meringue-topped-donut.html) & [krispykreme](http://www.krispykreme.co.uk/our-doughnuts) With summer just around the corner, [Krispy Kreme UK](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-creations-kit) has introduced a fruity new donut flavor called Berry Pavlova. Designed to mimics the light and airy texture of pavlova, the tasty new pastry gives consumers a delicious donut option for warm-weather days. The Berry Pavlova donut is inspired by the sweet meringue-based dessert of the same name. Pavlova typically consists of a meringue base that is topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit. As a result, the new donut features a yeast shell topped with lightly toasted meringue and stuffed with a combination of berry jam and Kreme filling. The sweet treat is designed to serve as a lighter option that perfectly complements warm summer days. However, the chain is also offering a new Nutty Chocolatta donut for those looking for something on the sweeter side. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fruity Donut Flavors:** Exploring innovative and unique fruit-based flavors for donuts could attract new customers and offer a refreshing twist to traditional pastry options. - **Inspired by Desserts:** Creating donut flavors that draw inspiration from popular desserts opens up opportunities to tap into existing fan bases and offer a novel indulgent experience. - **Lighter Donut Options:** Developing donut variations with lighter textures and fillings can cater to health-conscious consumers seeking guilt-free treats. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bakery:** Bakeries can experiment with meringue-based toppings and diverse fruit flavors to create innovative donut options, attracting a wide range of customers. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore cross-collaborations with donut shops to introduce dessert-inspired flavors, generating new product lines and driving customer engagement. - **Catering and Events:** Catering services and event planners can incorporate meringue-topped donuts into their dessert menus, offering a trendy and visually appealing option for diverse occasions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Berry-Themed Donut Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-pick-of-the-patch.md) - [Decadent Cake-Like Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-decadent-desserts.md) - [Ice Cream Truck-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsicle-1.md) - [Toaster Pastry-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-and-poptart.md) - [Delectable Flavored Doughnuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fan-favs.md) - [Cheesecake-Inspired Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craving-cheesecake-collection.md) - [Tasty Coronation-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-coronation-doughnuts.md) - [Collaboration Candy Bar Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-kitkat-and-aero-doughnuts.md) - [Springtime Avian Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milky-shimaenega-donuts.md)