# Hot Chocolate Breakfast Cereals The Hot Cocoa Cocoa Puffs Have Corn Puffs and Marshmallows By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-10-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoa-puffs References: [chewboom](http://www.chewboom.com/2017/10/09/general-mills-unveils-new-hot-cocoa-cocoa-puffs/) The Hot Cocoa Cocoa Puffs from General Mills is the latest creation from the brand that draws inspiration from the classic cold weather beverage for a breakfast option that's sure to satisfy those with a sweet tooth. The cereal consists of chocolate-flavored corn puffs that have been mixed with marshmallows to create a cold version of the treat that is more like a rich dessert than a breakfast cereal. The Hot Cocoa Cocoa Puffs is limited-edition and could also be paired with warm milk for a truly authentic hot chocolate taste experience. The cereal comes as a seasonal product that plays on the notion of food and drinks that you would enjoy during the winter months for a different kind of taste and texture experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Limited-edition Breakfast Cereals:** Creating limited-edition versions of popular breakfast cereals that draw inspiration from seasonal flavors can provide a unique and enticing breakfast experience for consumers. - **Cold Versions of Warm Treats:** Developing cold versions of warm treats, such as hot chocolate, can offer consumers a refreshing twist on familiar flavors and enhance the overall eating experience. - **Sweet Dessert-inspired Cereals:** Incorporating dessert-inspired flavors and ingredients, like marshmallows, into breakfast cereals can attract consumers who crave indulgent and sweet morning options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of creating limited-edition breakfast cereals and developing cold versions of warm treats to offer innovative and seasonal products that appeal to a wide range of consumers. - **Cereal Manufacturing:** Cereal manufacturers can explore the opportunity of incorporating dessert-inspired flavors and ingredients into their products, appealing to consumers who seek sweet and indulgent breakfast options. - **Retail:** Retailers can leverage the popularity of limited-edition breakfast cereals and market them as exclusive and seasonal products to attract consumers looking for unique and novel breakfast options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Marshmallowy Milk-Enhancing Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-cocoa-pebbles.md) - [Cocoa-Themed Breakfast Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelloggs-cocoa-loops.md) - [Winter Weather Breakfast Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poptarts-frosted-marshmallow-hot-cocoa.md) - [Mexican Hot Chocolate Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mexican-style-hot-chocolate-cereal.md) - [Claymation-Themed Breakfast Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudolph-cereal.md) - [Sandwich Cookie Breakfast Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-puffs.md) - [Popped Hot Cocoa Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorners-cocoa-crunch.md) - [Nutty Nighttime Chocolate Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-reeses-puffs.md) - [Chocolate-Flavored Corn Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corn-flakes-1.md)