# Savory Cauliflower Cakes The Parmesan & Herb Cauliflower Cake Combine Dinner & Dessert Aesthetics By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-08-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauliflower-cake References: [veggiesbycandlelight](http://www.veggiesbycandlelight.com/parmesan-herb-cauliflower-cake/) A cauliflower cake brings the appeal of dessert to the dinner table. Although this particular cake lacks the sugary goodness of a cheesecake or red velvet creation, it still remains remarkably delicious. Posted on the Veggies by Candlelight food blog, Parmesan and Herb Cauliflower Cake is a cross-seasonal meal perfect for any time of the year. The delicious dish features the appeal of a cake but replaces the traditional batter base with a base made of cauliflower, gluten-free flour, [Parmesan cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmesan-flats) and various spices and herbs. Unlike the usual cake, this cauliflower cake showcases earthy nigella seeds coating the sides of the cake. Opposed to [chocolate or vanilla frosting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cake), Parmesan and Herb Cauliflower Cake is topped with red onions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - 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 - **Savory Dessert Crossover:** Exploring the combination of sweet and savory flavors to create unique dessert experiences. - **Alternative Baking Ingredients:** Using vegetables, alternative flours, and unconventional ingredients in baking to offer healthier and gluten-free alternatives. - **Creative Cake Presentations:** Inventing new ways to present and decorate cakes, incorporating unique textures, colors, and toppings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food companies to develop innovative vegetarian and gluten-free dessert options. - **Food Blogging:** Food bloggers can explore and document creative baking techniques and interesting flavor combinations. - **Catering and Event Planning:** Caterers and event planners can offer unique cake options that cater to both savory and sweet preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comforting Cauliflower Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetgreen-late-fall-menu.md) - [Stuffed Cauliflower Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauliflower-bite.md) - [Cauliflower-Based Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camembert-alternative.md) - [Cauliflower-Packed Cheese Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauliflower-cheese-slice.md) - [Nutrient-Rich Cauliflower Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauliflower-power-salad.md) - [Gluten-Free White Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-white-pizza.md) - [Easy-Prep Mashed Cauliflower Sides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mashed-cauliflower-side.md) - [Plant-Based Pizza Crusts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richs-gluten-free-seasoned-cauliflower-pizza-crust.md) - [Dairy-Free Carrot Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rooting-for-you-carrot-cake-slices.md)