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# Lickable Cake Cases
These Cute Cupcake Boxes are 100% Edible

By Susan Keefe | Published 2012-02-12 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-boxes
References: [cupcakestakethecake.blogspot](http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2012/02/edible-cupcake-boxes-from-sweet-simple.html) & [sweetsimplestuff](http://sweetsimplestuff.com/2012/02/10/a-cupcake-box-thats-edible/)

There have been more than a few confection-inspired cases floating around the Internet these days, but these Cupcake Boxes from the blog Sweet Simple Stuff are unique for one simple and delicious reason: they are 100% edible. Yes, now you can have a sweet cupcake case and eat it too.

These Cupcake Boxes are comprised of a [candy base](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-bar-inspired-cupcake) molded into the shape of a typical cupcake sleeve. The case is closed with a hallowed out meringue acting as a top. As a final flourish, Sweet Simple Stuff used melted white chocolate to fix a few pearled candies to each meringue shell. Once completed, stuff your Cupcake Box with an assortment of your [Valentine's favorite sweets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-wood) and you're sure to get loads of lovin' in return.

Cute, crafty and tasty, these edible Cupcake Boxes are sure to win you your sweetie's affections.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.1/10
- Popularity: 27% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Edible Packaging:** Creating edible packaging for food products, providing a unique and sustainable way to present and consume food.
- **Confectionary Innovations:** Exploring innovative ways to incorporate confectionery elements into various products, adding a touch of creativity and novelty.
- **DIY Food Packaging:** Encouraging consumers to engage in DIY food packaging, offering a fun and interactive experience while enjoying their favorite treats.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Food Packaging:** The food packaging industry can explore new materials and methods to create edible and visually appealing packaging solutions.
- **Confectionery:** Confectionery companies can leverage confectionary innovations to create unique product offerings and enhance customer experience.
- **Event Planning:** Event planners can incorporate DIY food packaging ideas into their events, offering a memorable and interactive experience for attendees.

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