# Cerebral Cupcakes The Bloody Zombie Brains Cupcakes are Spooky By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-06-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloody-zombie-brains-cupcakes References: [bitrebels](http://www.bitrebels.com/design/delicious-bloody-zombie-brains-cupcakes/) & [thatsnerdalicious](http://www.thatsnerdalicious.com/nerd-cakes/zombie-brain-cupcakes-dessert-time/) As the perfect [halloween confection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tous-les-jours-spooky-delights), these bloody zombie brains cupcakes are absolutely hilarious, but may not be for those with a weak stomach. Shockingly realistic, these cupcakes are bloody with some sort of jelly that make them look like realistic brains. The cerebral cupcakes depict a brain that is bloodied and exposed -- perfect for the ultimate zombie enthusiast. Gross-looking, these baked goods are the result of some pretty mad skills. The bloody zombie brains cupcakes are part of the [zombie craze](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombie-apocalypse-red-bull-infusion) that has resulted in movies, books, music and now baked goods. The red cupcake under the brain icing is also perfect for when you want to add a little gore to your costume and have some epic and tasty blood dripping from your teeth down your chin next halloween. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Zombie Baked Goods:** Innovative and disturbing halloween-themed baked goods that capture popular zombie culture. - **Hyper-realistic Cake Decoration:** New opportunities for skilled cake decorators to create uncanny and disturbing designs that are both artistic and edible. - **Holidays-themed Confections:** Incorporating holiday themes and iconic themes, such as zombies, to create popular Halloween products that can be produced seasonal on a large scale. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bakery:** Bakeries can capitalize on the increase in demand for seasonal and holiday-themed baked goods with realistic designs that capture popular culture. - **Catering:** Catering companies can have a lucrative opportunity to create unique and memorable themed desserts such as these realistic zombie-brained cupcakes for themed parties. - **Entertainment:** Creating edible, pop culture-inspired treats can provide innovative opportunities for event organizers to create Halloween or zombie-inspired events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Halloween-Inspired Cupcake Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-kitchen.md) - [Undead Easter Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-plum-chocolate-zombie-bunny.md) - [Caramelized Organ Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zotter-chocolates-brains-eggs.md) - [Macabre Cinnamon Roll Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnaholic-cemetery-box.md) - [Grotesque Halloween Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-pizza-campaign.md) - [Creepy Candy-Filled Mini Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bundtlet-full-o-reeses-pieces.md) - [Horror Film-Inspired Cookbooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/death-for-dinner-cookbook.md) - [Fashionable Zombie Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombaes-critter-chaos.md) - [Halloween-Themed Cake Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creepy-caramel-ding-dongs.md)