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# Candy Cane-Infused Cakes
Milk Bar Unveils New Candy Cane Cornflake Ice Cream Cake

By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-12-14 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-cane-cornflake-ice-cream-cake
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/12/milk-bar-candy-cane-cornflake-ice-cream-cake) & [milkbarstore](https://milkbarstore.com/products/candy-cane-cornflake-ice-cream-cake?variant=39462600704073)

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Beloved dessert chain Milk Bar has announced the release of its new [Candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-cane-shake) Cane Cornflake Ice Cream Cake, a season-exclusive menu item that boasts an experimental combination of flavors that is sure to appeal to those with a sweet tooth.

Coming on the heels of Milk Bar's release of the carmalized Crackle, the new extra-sweet ice cream cake is the latest addition to The [Milk Bar Holiday Lab](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-bar-cinnaswirl-pie), which has been launching new products every week for the Holiday season. As a base, the new cake uses a [Candy Cane ice cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-cane-crunch-mixin), which is sandwiched between chocolate chip cake. On the top, the cake is finished with cornflake frosting and cornflake crumbs, giving it an additional, crunchy texture,

The Candy Cane Cornflake Ice Cream Cake is now available on Milk Bar's website and flagship locations in New York City and Los Angeles.

Image Credit: Milk Bar

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.6/10
- Popularity: 12% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 11%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Experimental Flavor Combinations:** There is a trend towards experimental flavor combinations in desserts like Milk Bar's Candy Cane Cornflake Ice Cream Cake.
- **Innovative Holiday Offerings:** Innovative holiday offerings like Milk Bar's Holiday Lab are becoming popular in the food industry.
- **Limited Time Menu Items:** Limited time menu items like Milk Bar's Candy Cane Cornflake Ice Cream Cake are driving sales in the seasonal market.

### Where This Applies

- **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can benefit from offering experimental and limited time menu items to boost sales and customer engagement.
- **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can leverage innovative holiday offerings to attract customers and increase revenue during the holiday season.
- **Retail:** The retail industry can incorporate experimental flavor combinations into their seasonal products to add value and differentiate themselves in the market.

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