# Playful Gold Desserts Paige Russel Shares the Recipe for Her Clever 24 Carrot Cake By Meghan Young | Published 2015-03-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-dessert References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/373768/Simple-Recipe-Shows-How-To-Make-An-Impressive-24-Carrot-Gold-Cake/) & [instructables](http://www.instructables.com/id/24-Carrot-Cake/?ALLSTEPS) While there are many [gold desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serendipity3-diamond-frrrozen-hot-chocolate) with actual gold incorporated into it, the recipe of the 24 Carrot Cake is by far much more creative and clever. Not only is it a pun on the name of [carrot cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rooting-for-you-carrot-cake-slices), it also refers to the number of baby carrots used in the recipe. Iced to resemble a solid bar of precious metal, the gold dessert is great for a number of special occasions. Created by Paige Russel and shared on Instructables, the gold dessert uses both fondant and sheets of [edible gold leaves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrot-gold-engagement-ring) to create the unique aesthetic. Imprinted with fun type to make it look even more legit, the 24 Carrot Cake will make anyone feel rich. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 69% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gold Desserts:** Creating desserts that incorporate gold elements for a luxurious and extravagant experience. - **Creative Cake Decorations:** Using unique techniques and materials to decorate cakes, resulting in visually striking and playful designs. - **Punny Food Names:** Naming food dishes in a clever and punny way to add an element of amusement and creativity. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Bakery:** Bakeries can explore incorporating gold elements into their dessert offerings to create luxurious and high-end products. - **Event Planning:** Event planning companies can offer gold desserts as a unique and extravagant option for special occasions and celebrations. - **Food Packaging:** Food packaging companies can develop innovative packaging solutions that highlight and enhance the visual appeal of creative cake decorations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elegant Cake Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flourless-dark-chocolate.md) - [Carrot Ice Cream Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-carrot-cake.md) - [Cardboard-Resembling Illusion Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-cake.md) - [Carrot Cake Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrot-cake-chocolate-bars.md) - [Mini Easter Dessert Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumbl-carrot-cake.md) - [24k Chocolate Fondues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24k-chocolate-fondue.md) - [Instant Carrot Cake Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-carrot-cake.md) - [Gilded Gold Leaf Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-super-combo-pizza.md) - [Bakery-Inspired Jewelry Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baked-in-gold.md)