# Furry Feline Desserts These Cat Donuts Will Have You Purring for More By Deborah Kim | Published 2011-08-11 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-donuts References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/08/10/cat-donuts/) & [knowyourmeme](http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/catbread-nekopan#.TkKhfHPNDn4) These adorable Cat Donuts were crafted after 'Catbread' (also known as Nekopan on the Internet). The character is commonly used as an avatar on discussion forums and is the subject of photo-manipulation that uses real cat faces that are photoshopped onto actual loafs of bread. The actual image was taken from a character that was named Neko-Pan in a Japanese children's book by Hirose Takuro. Because of its enormous popularity in Eastern and now Western shores, the Catbread face can be seen nearly anywhere -- and it has now invaded sweet snacks. The Cat Donuts are not only adorable but delicious; these snacks would make the perfect treat for any cat lover even though they are almost too cute to eat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cat-themed Desserts:** There is potential for cafes and bakeries to innovate by offering cat-themed desserts that are not only delectable but visually appealing to their target market. - **Internet-inspired Treats:** The trend of Internet-inspired foods can be capitalized on by food and beverage manufacturers in creating unique products that capture the attention of their customers. - **Cuteness Factor Marketing:** Marketing campaigns that highlight adorable and visually pleasing products can create a loyal following and attract new customers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food industry can craft playful and cute desserts that tap into pop culture references and emerging trends, increasing market reach. - **Hospitality:** Cafes and restaurants can offer innovative, cat-inspired desserts as part of their menu to create a unique selling point that appeals to a targeted customer base. - **Retail:** Specialty shops that concentrate on cat-themed merchandise can increase their appeal to customers by offering desserts that cater to their customers' tastes and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sun-Kissed Character Breads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/character-bread.md) - [Delicious Halloween-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mister-donut-misdo-halloween.md) - [Japanese Fox-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kita-kitsune-doughnut.md) - [Artisanal Japanese Milk Breads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisanal-japanese-milk-bread.md) - [Sweet Viral Doughnuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainrot-doughnuts.md) - [Collaboration Kawaii Cookie Doughs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-lorens-hello-kitty.md) - [Celebratory Dog-Friendly Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doggie-doughnuts.md) - [Donut-Flavored Toaster Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-tarts-donuts.md) - [Baked Goods Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baked-goods-plushies.md)