# Pudding-Shaped Chocolate Desserts Choc on Choc Redesigned the Classic Chocolate Christmas Pudding By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-12-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-christmas-pudding References: [notonthehighstreet](http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/chocolateonchocolate/product/alternative-chocolate-christmas-pudding) Around Christmastime, there are many chocolate lovers who look forward to digging into a classic [chocolate Christmas pudding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-truffle-collection). For those with an exceptional sweet tooth, Choc on Choc created the 'Alternative Chocolate Christmas Pudding,' which is made from a solid exterior of handmade Belgian milk chocolate with a [liquid chocolate core](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocha-melts). In all, Choc on Choc describes that "over a half a kilo of the finest Belgian milk chocolate" was used for the creation of this holiday centerpiece. As an alternative to ordinary chocolates and other items that traditionally adorn the Christmas table, consumers are turning to deceptive confectionery creations for the holidays, such as chocolates that take the form of cheese platters, mince pies or even cocktail kits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Deceptive Confectionery Treats:** Creating desserts that look like other savory or cocktail food items could be a new trend as consumers search for alternative chocolate creations. - **Luxury Chocolate Alternatives:** Making high-end chocolate desserts could disrupt the traditional Christmas foods industry by offering consumers something unique and high-end. - **Creative Chocolate Desserts:** Innovative chocolate desserts could shake up the dessert industry and create new opportunities for chocolatiers to create exciting new products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Confectionery Industry:** Developing deceptive confectionery treats could disrupt and create new opportunities within the confectionery industry. - **Luxury Food Industry:** Creating luxury chocolate alternatives could shake up the traditional Christmas food industry and attract consumers with high-end tastes. - **Chocolate Industry:** Innovative chocolate desserts could create disruptive opportunities within the chocolate industry and allow chocolatiers to experiment with new flavors and designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pudding-Inspired Hot Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-chocolate-spoon.md) - [Festive Holiday Chocolate Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-chocolate-gift.md) - [Decorative Holiday Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specially-selected-ultimate-melting-baubles.md) - [Indulgent Festive Snack Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnaw-chocolates.md) - [Lobster-Shaped Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-lobster.md) - [Chocolate Holiday Dessert Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-chocottone-day.md) - [Christmas Baked Good Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnaw-chocolate-bar-flavors.md) - [Chocolate-Flavored Dessert Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hersheys-double-layers.md) - [Tree-Shaped Chocolate Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treeshaped-chocolate-bites.md)