# Long-Eared Cupcakes Lark & Linen's Easter Cupcake Recipe Puts a Festive Spin on Coconut By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-04-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-cupcake References: [jacquelynclark](http://www.jacquelynclark.com/2015/03/26/coconut-bunny-cupcakes/) Lark & Linen's coconut cupcake recipe is a super sweet one that can be transformed into an [Easter cupcake recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitedtime-easter-cake) just by adding a marshmallow. The treat is prepared like a normal cupcake, but it's the creamy all-white topping, coconut sprinkles and halved marshmallows ears that really make this treat perfect for the holiday. The best part is that this versatile recipe can take up a spot in your cookbook year-round and be dressed up in the spring as needed to become a super special festive treat. If you're really feeling inspired by this [creative cupcake dessert idea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baked-by-melissa-squishmallows-cupcakes), it's easy to imagine the fun that you could have in the kitchen when experimenting with different kinds of colors, decorations and [marshmallow ears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetpuffed-dip-decorate-marshmallows) that are shaped differently. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Holiday-themed Desserts:** There is an opportunity to create more holiday-themed desserts for various occasions and seasons, using unique toppings and novel presentation styles. - **Versatile Recipes:** Creating versatile recipes that can be used year-round and can be easily transformed into special-occasion treats is a way to increase recipe adoption and create more excitement for home chefs. - **Creative Food Presentation:** Creative food presentation can add excitement and intrigue to classic dishes and desserts, and can be an opportunity for restaurants and food bloggers to differentiate themselves in a crowded market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bakery:** Bakeries can create specialty desserts for various holidays and seasons to increase sales and customer engagement. - **Recipe Development:** Developing versatile recipes that can be easily adapted to different occasions and seasons is an opportunity for cookbook authors and food bloggers to create a unique selling proposition and grow their audience. - **Hospitality:** Creative food presentation and unique dessert offerings can attract customers and enhance the dining experience for bars and restaurants, increasing customer loyalty and generating positive word-of-mouth. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Easter-Themed Marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetpuffed-1.md) - [Easter Hunt-Themed Baking Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-egg-hunt-cupcake-kit.md) - [Swirled Bunny Face Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bunny-face-chocolate-cake.md) - [Over-the-Top Easter Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-beverage.md) - [Marshmallow-Topped Easter Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easter-raised-donut.md) - [Cupcake-Flavored Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanilla-frosting-flavored-creme.md) - [Easter Marshmallow DIY Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-and-decorate-dozen.md) - [Springtime-Themed Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tastykake-easter-packaging.md) - [Easter Marshmallow Decorating Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetpuffed-dip-decorate-marshmallows.md)