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Candy Cane Marshmallows

These Festive Chocolate Desserts Feature a Mint Flavor and a Gooey Centre

— December 10, 2015 — Lifestyle
With the arrival of the holiday season comes a plethora of chocolate desserts to choose from, and these candy cane chocolate marshmallows creatively encompass the seasonal flavors of the season with crushed candies and peppermint flavoring.

These simple holiday edibles are easy to put together and they encompass popular winter flavors in a new format. The dessert is made from jumbo marshmallows that are dipped in melted dark chocolate. While the chocolate is still warm, the marshmallows are rolled in crushed candy canes. The festive treats are sophisticated enough to serve at a Christmas party or wrap and give as gifts

Often times the holidays can be a stressful event, making simple to make yet sophisticated looking desserts ideal for consumers that are seeking out foods to make in a pinch.
Trend Themes
1. Holiday-themed Desserts - There is an opportunity for businesses to create more holiday-themed desserts that leverage seasonal flavors and simple preparation methods.
2. Gourmet Marshmallows - Innovative companies can explore gourmet marshmallow creations, using different flavors and coatings to appeal to customers looking for new dessert experiences.
3. DIY Food Kits - DIY food kits with pre-measured ingredients can help customers easily create gourmet desserts from home, opening up a new market for companies looking to tap into the holiday season rush.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can expand its product line to include more holiday-themed desserts and DIY kits to appeal to customers during the festive season.
2. Confectionery - Confectionery companies can explore the creation of innovative marshmallow flavors and coatings to target customers looking for gourmet desserts with new and exciting flavor experiences.
3. E-commerce - E-commerce companies can leverage the holiday season rush to create and promote DIY food kits that customers can easily order and prepare at home, creating a new market opportunity during the festive season.
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