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# Texturized Chocolate Dessert Donuts
The Dunkin' Donuts Caramel Chocoholic Donut is Indulgent

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-03-30 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-chocoholic-donut
References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2018/03/29/dunkin-donuts-unveils-new-caramel-chocoholic-donut/) & [dunkindonuts](https://www.dunkindonuts.com/)

The Dunkin' Donuts Caramel Chocoholic Donut has been unveiled by the brand as a new [limited-edition treat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-winter-seasonal-collection) that will offer consumers a new way to enjoy their favorite flavors. The donut consists of a classic [chocolate donut](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-donut) that has been topped with [caramel frosting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kahla-dunkin) and sprinkled with semi-sweet chocolate curls with a caramel drizzle to finish. This makes it a mix of textures that will merge smoothness with an unexpected touch of crunch thanks to the curls of chocolate.

The Dunkin' Donuts Caramel Chocoholic Donut is set to be available starting on April 2 at participating locations and speaks to the increased demand for indulgent treat varieties as consumers seek out share-worthy foods.

Image Credit: Dunkin' Donuts

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.7/10
- Popularity: 54% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Indulgent Treat Varieties:** The increased demand for indulgent treat varieties presents an opportunity for innovative dessert brands to create unique and extravagant flavor combinations.
- **Mix of Textures:** The popularity of desserts with a mix of textures opens the door for confectionery companies to experiment with different ingredients and techniques to create delightful sensory experiences.
- **Share-worthy Foods:** The growing desire for share-worthy foods creates an opportunity for dessert brands to develop visually appealing and Instagrammable treats that will generate social media buzz.

### Where This Applies

- **Dessert Brands:** Dessert brands can capitalize on the demand for indulgent treat varieties by introducing unique and innovative flavor combinations that cater to consumers' craving for new and exciting dessert experiences.
- **Confectionery Companies:** Confectionery companies can leverage the popularity of desserts with a mix of textures by experimenting with ingredients and techniques to create novel and memorable treats that captivate consumers' taste buds.
- **Food and Beverage Photography:** The need for share-worthy foods provides opportunities for food and beverage photographers to collaborate with dessert brands in capturing visually stunning images that will entice and engage social media users.

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