# Colorful Pancake Creations A Doting Father Turns Breakfast into Works of Art for His Son By Meghan Young | Published 2014-09-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-pancake-creations References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/369093/Creative-Dad-Makes-Stunning-Pancake-Creations-With-Food-Dyes-Batter/) & [reddit](http://www.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/2fgnq6/my_friend_makes_some_awesome_pancakes_for_his_kid/) Parents indulge their children every day in some small ways, yet it is hard to tell whether these colorful pancake creations are made for the father behind their artistry or for his son. Full of detail and complexity, they could easily be displayed in an art gallery rather than gobbled up by a little tyke. Talk about creative fuel. The colorful pancake creations were published online by [Reddit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-gather-ultrafiltered-milk) user ptgkbgte, who is friends with the [doting dad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fathers-day-collections) and creator. From soaring skyscrapers to ferocious dinosaurs and more adorable animals, the colorful pancake creations are set apart from other similar breakfast feats by their use of food dyes. By coloring the batter, the dad is able to create illustration-like details that are mind-boggling. How could they be eaten? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - 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's Driving This Trend - **Edible Art:** There is a trend for parents to use food as a creative outlet, turning meals into art for their children. - **Viral Food Creations:** Food creations with surprising and impressive designs go viral on social media platforms, captivating people's attention and driving engagement for brands. - **Food Dye Innovation:** There is an increasing demand for food dyes that offer bright and natural colors without additives or artificial ingredients. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants and food brands can create an innovative and interactive menu that appeals to both adults and children through artistic foods. - **Arts and Crafts:** Art and craft stores can market their products to parents who want to create food art at home and offer specialized supplies like food-grade dyes. - **Color Additive Manufacturing:** Food dye companies can create innovative and natural products with new colors that satisfy consumers' demand for fun and healthy food options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [TV Tray-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hungry-dad-fathers-day-tray.md) - [Gourmet Pancake Stack Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fancy-pancake-menu.md) - [Custom Coloring Page Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dad-cant-draw.md) - [Christmas Tree Pancake Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/complete-pancake-kit.md) - [Heat-and-Eat Prepackaged Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abracadebora-pancakes.md) - [Dad-Honoring Baked Goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumbl-cookie-fathers-day.md) - [Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurant-of-imagination.md) - [Candy-Studded Mini Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funfetti-mini-pancakes.md) - [Magical Chocolatier Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonka-inspired-menu.md)