# Cult Film Cakes Relive the 'Star Wars' Phenomenon With the Han Solo Carbonite Cake By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-09-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/han-solo-carbonite-cake References: [craziestgadgets](http://craziestgadgets.com/2009/09/18/han-solo-frozen-in-carbonite-cake/) & [ticklymoo.co.nz](http://www.ticklymoo.co.nz/?p=562) We all held our breath when Hans Solo ran into the life-threatening predicament of being frozen in the slab of carbonite. With this wonderful culinary creation you don’t have to fear that moment; simply savour it. The [Han Solo carbonite cake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuicethemed-afterlife-cake) is an awesome recreation of that iconic moment. Made by the people at ‘Tickly Moo’ based on a request by a '[Star Wars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-x-star-wars)' and cake lover, the Hans Solo carbonite cake is the perfect gag delicacy for all your friends that are strong with the ‘force.’ Now all we need is a a cake recreating the [Death Star](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucs-death-star) blowing up (but we wouldn’t want to make the Dark Side mad). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fandom-inspired Cakes:** Businesses in the bakery industry can offer unique creations inspired by popular movies, TV shows, and other media to cater to fans' desires for novelty and personalization. - **Geek-centric Culinary Events:** Event organizers can host geek-themed culinary events, featuring food and drinks inspired by pop culture touchstones to attract fans and create memorable experiences. - **Niche Baking Tools and Accessories:** Manufacturers and sellers of baking tools can capitalize on the demand for unique and specialized equipment, such as molds and cutters, that aid in creating intricate and themed cakes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bakery:** Bakeries can attract and retain customers by offering customized and novelty cakes based on popular media franchises, creating new revenue streams. - **Event Management:** Event planners and organizers can differentiate themselves by offering geek-centric culinary experiences for fans, tapping into the growing niche market. - **Baking Supplies:** Manufacturers and retailers of baking equipment and accessories can tap into the trend for specialized and niche baking tools to offer unique products that cater to the needs of cake decorators and bakers alike. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Galactic Cafe Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Star-wars-themed-cafe.md) - [Dual-Flavor Movie-Inspired Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-celebration-cake.md) - [Sci-Fi Coffee Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-coffee-brews.md) - [Collaboration Sci-Fi Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-oreo-cookies.md) - [Holiday Collector’s Puzzle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-atat.md) - [Festive Sci-Fi Building Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-atat-walker.md) - [Playful Space-Themed Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacethemed-dessert.md) - [Millennium Falcon Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tray.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Themed Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/obiwan-kenobi-cereal.md)