# Pumpkin Parmesan Snacks This Cheesy Bread Recipe Makes a Savory Appetizer for the Fall Season By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-11-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-bread References: [howsweeteats](http://www.howsweeteats.com/2015/10/cheesy-pumpkin-parmesan-french-breads/) This autumnal interpretation of cheesy bread makes a tasty appetizer and a seasonal snack you just won't be able to get enough of. Created by Jessica Merchant from the food blog How Sweet It Is, the [cheesy pumpkin parmesan french breads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmesan-snacks) are a savory option for when you need a break from all the Halloween candy you've been eating. Topped with pumpkin and lots of cheese, the side also features brown and buttery sage and some chopped bacon. If you want to try this cheesy bread recipe at home, you will need bacon slices, cubed pie pumpkin (or your preferred squash), [fresh bread](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garlic-sourdough-bread), freshly grated nutmeg, garlic, grated fontina cheese, grated parmsan cheese, pepper, pure pumpkin puree, sage leaves and unsalted butter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Autumnal Snacks:** Opportunity for creating innovative seasonal snacks with unique flavors and ingredients. - **Cheesy Bread Variations:** Potential for developing new recipes that incorporate cheese in different and exciting ways. - **Pumpkin-infused Dishes:** Disruptive innovation potential in blending pumpkin with other ingredients to create distinctive culinary experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for manufacturers and restaurants to develop and market new seasonal snacks to cater to consumer demand. - **Bakery and Bread:** Potential for bakeries to experiment with cheesy bread variations to attract customers seeking unique and savory options. - **Culinary and Recipe Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for chefs and recipe developers to create inventive pumpkin-infused dishes that stand out in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savoy Pumpkin Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashing-pumpkin.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Breads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-howie.md) - [Cheesy Bread Brand Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daves-killer-bread-snack-bites.md) - [Cheese-Infused Shortbread Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmigiano-reggiano.md) - [Seasonal Pumpkin Pesto Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourde-vibes-only-pizza.md) - [Meaty Cheese Bread Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donatos-cheese-bread.md) - [Pumpkin Seed Bries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roasted-pumpkin-seed-brie.md) - [Seasonal Cannabis Bread Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-bread-bites.md) - [Seasonally Spiced Cheese Wedges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-laughing-cow-pumpkin-spice.md)