# Shimmering Rhino Cupcakes Disney World's New Iridescent Rhino Cupcake is Made with Edible Glitter By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-07-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iridescent-rhino-cupcake References: [popsugar](https://www.popsugar.com/food/Disney-World-Iridescent-Rhino-Cupcake-45055064) & [wdwnt](https://wdwnt.com/2018/07/review-new-caramel-filled-iridescent-rhino-cupcake-charges-into-the-mara-at-disneys-animal-kingdom-lodge/) Capitalizing on the seemingly never-ending popularity of unicorn-inspired treats, [Disney World](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-x-disney-collection) has begun offering a sparkly new creation called the Iridescent Rhino Cupcake. Made with edible glitter and tiny perals, this new dessert looks almost too pretty to eat. The Iridescent Rhino Cupcake is the newest cupcake available at Disney World. The treat is served at a quick-service spot in [Animal Kingdom Lodge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baskinrobbins-x-animal-crossing) called The Mara. Just as the name suggests, the Iridescent Rhino Cupcake is made from chocolate cake, caramel filling, pink and purple frosting, crunchy pearls, edible glitter, and a sweet rhino-shaped cookie. The shimmering treat can also be enjoyed alongside Disney World's other iridescent treats, including a [sparkly unicorn cupcake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-twist-pops). Image Credit: *WDW News Today.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Iridescent Desserts:** There is a growing trend of iridescent desserts that feature edible glitter and tiny pearls. - **Animal-themed Treats:** Animal-inspired desserts are gaining popularity, with the Iridescent Rhino Cupcake being a popular example. - **Unicorn-inspired Desserts:** Unicorn-inspired desserts like the sparkly unicorn cupcake are still a popular trend in the food industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the trending popularity of iridescent and animal-themed desserts. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** The hospitality and tourism industry, like Disney World, can continue to create unique and visually appealing desserts to attract visitors and customers. - **Event Planning and Catering:** Event planners and catering companies can incorporate iridescent and animal-themed desserts into their offerings to keep up with the latest food trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Summery Craft Cafe Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-rhino-coffee.md) - [Unicorn-Inspired Bakery Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-unicorn-cake.md) - [Unicorn-Inspired Dessert Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-crispy-bar.md) - [Collaboration Cupcake Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-salted-pretzel-buttercream-cupcake.md) - [Frosting-Filled Chocolate Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-cups.md) - [Whimsical Unicorn-Inspired Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-dreams-slush.md) - [Supersized Celebration Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumbs-colossal-cupcake.md) - [Sparkling Musical-Inspired Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disneys-aladdin-friend-like-me-sundae.md) - [Unicorn-Shaped Gummy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haribo-unicornilicious.md)