# Cinnamon Bun-Inspired Sandwiches The Cinnabon Cookie Frosting Sandwich is Limited-Edition By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-07-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnabon-cookie-frosting-sandwich References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2019/07/15/pilot-flying-j-introduces-new-cinnabon-cookie-frosting-sandwich/) & [pilotflyingj](https://pilotflyingj.com) The [Cinnabon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-frosting-pints) Cookie Frosting Sandwich is a limited-edition dessert option that's only available at [Pilot Flying J](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pilot-flying-j-seasonal-coffees) and aims to offer consumers with an alternative way to enjoy the classic flavor of a cinnamon bun. The dessert starts with two snickerdoodle cookies that have been filled infused with Cinnabon's signature [cinnamon roll flavoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnabon-cinnamon-roll-syrup) before being rolled in cinnamon sugar. The interior of the cookie is filled with the Cinnabon cream cheese frosting, which gives the dessert a whoopie pie-like profile that is perfect for eating without a knife and fork. The Cinnabon Cookie Frosting Sandwich is only available at participating Pico Flying J locations through August 25. Shoppers can also take advantage of a buy-one-get-one-free offer that's available through the Pilot Flying J app until July 21. Image Credit: Pilot Flying J ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Limited-edition Dessert Options:** Opportunity for businesses to create unique and time-limited desserts that cater to consumer's desire for exclusive and novel experiences. - **Alternative Flavor Combinations:** Potential for innovators to experiment with unexpected flavor combinations, such as cinnamon bun-inspired sandwiches, to surprise and delight consumers. - **Convenience-focused Desserts:** Disruptive potential for businesses to develop easy-to-eat desserts, like the Cinnabon Cookie Frosting Sandwich, that can be enjoyed on-the-go without the need for utensils. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunities in the food and beverage industry to create and market limited-edition desserts that attract and engage consumers. - **Bakery:** Innovative possibilities within the bakery sector to explore and introduce alternative flavor combinations, like cinnamon bun-inspired sandwiches, to cater to diverse consumer preferences. - **Fast Food:** Potential for fast food chains to capitalize on the convenience-focused dessert trend by offering easy-to-eat desserts that can be enjoyed on-the-go, without compromising on taste or quality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Campfire Cookie Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smores-cookie-bonbite-sandwich.md) - [Layered Cinnamon Sandwich Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snickerdoodle-sandwich-cookies.md) - [Soft-Baked Cinnamon Roll Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillsbury-cinnamon-roll-cookies.md) - [Indulgent Fan-Made Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-bun-filled-deluxe-cookie.md) - [Cinnamon Bun Sandwich Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-bun-inspired-joejoes-sandwich-creme-cookies.md) - [Chocolate-Heavy Baked Goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-bonbites.md) - [Cinnamon Roll-Inspired Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-roll-cookie.md) - [Holiday Frosting Pints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-frosting-pints.md) - [Chocolate-Topped Cinnamon Buns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnabon-5.md)