# Pumpkin Corn Dogs These Homemade Carnival Treats are Accompanied with a Maple Mustard Dip By M | Published 2015-10-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-treat References: [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/1098329/mini-pumpkin-corn-dogs) & [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com) These [deep fried corn dog](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wienerschnitzel-1) carnival treats receive a fall makeover with the inclusion of pumpkin and a decadent maple mustard dipping sauce. These treats are ideal to serve at functions and get togethers during the autumnal months thanks to the focus on fall flavors. The corn dogs are made from little sausages such as Lit'l Smokies that are topped in a batter made from pumpkin puree and [corn muffin mix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-churro-cornbread) before being deep fried. Thanks to the small size of these corn dogs, the pretzel chip handle perfectly holds up the appetizer and can conveniently be eaten as well. The corn dogs are served with a homemade maple mustard dip that contrasts the sweetness of the pumpkin puree batter, the smokiness of the sausages and the richness of the corn meal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fall-inspired Carnival Treats:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of seasonal carnival treats using unconventional flavors and ingredients for the fall season. - **Gourmet Dipping Sauces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a range of unique and artisanal dipping sauces that complement and enhance the flavors of various appetizers and snacks. - **Miniature Fried Foods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent bite-sized versions of popular fried foods that are easy to eat and can be served as appetizers or party snacks. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new flavors, ingredients, and presentation techniques to create innovative food and beverage products. - **Hospitality and Event Planning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer customized catering options with unique and creative food and beverage offerings for special events and occasions. - **Snack Food Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative and differentiated snack food products that cater to changing consumer tastes and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Corn Dog Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-corn-dogs.md) - [Pizza-Flavored Corn Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepperoni-pizza-sausage.md) - [Dog-Friendly Pumpkin Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pupkin-doggie-donuts.md) - [Pickle-Flavored Corn Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfectly-pickled-pups.md) - [Autumnal Doggy Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pupkin-spice-doggie-doughnuts.md) - [Better-For-You Pumpkin Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-bites.md) - [Seasonal Thanksgiving Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wurst-thanksgiving-sausage.md) - [Vegan Corn Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-corn-dog.md) - [Autumnal Donut Holes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-flavored-donut-holes.md)