# Hybrid Cannoli Cupcakes The Cannoli Cupcake At Epcot Serve the Italian Pastry as a Mini Torte By M | Published 2016-08-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-pastry References: [disneyfoodblog](http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2016/08/10/review-new-cannoli-cupcake-at-the-gelato-kiosk-in-epcots-italy-pavilion/) & [disney](http://www.disney.com) The Geltao stand located at the Disney Epcot centre in Italy offers a fusion of cuisines in its Cannoli Cupcake dessert, that combines both the classic Italian pastry with the texture of cake. The dessert goes beyond simply infusing cannoli flavors into a cupcake dough, with a presentation of a deconstructed dessert that references both. The Cannoli Cupcake features a layered aesthetic that allows eaters to take in the distinct elements of both desserts. The cupcake is served potted in a cup with a layer of the [classic vanilla cannoli cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cassata-baked-ricotta-cheese) at the base, topped with cake and then topped with more cream. The chocolate chips are repurposed as a [chocolate drizzle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/molten-chocolate-cups) and the cupcake is finished with a miniature fried cannoli. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hybrid Desserts:** The fusion of different culinary traditions and flavors in desserts opens up opportunities for creative and unique flavor combinations. - **Deconstructed Desserts:** Presenting desserts in a deconstructed manner allows for a visually stunning and interactive dining experience. - **Texture Contrast:** Creating desserts with contrasting textures, such as combining the softness of cake with the creaminess of cannoli, adds depth to the overall eating experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Innovative dessert concepts like hybrid cannoli cupcakes can attract customers seeking novel dining experiences. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Restaurants and attractions that offer unique and innovative desserts can enhance the overall customer experience and attract more visitors. - **Event Planning and Catering:** Catering companies and event planners can incorporate hybrid desserts like cannoli cupcakes to provide unique and memorable dining experiences for their clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Italian Pastry-Inspired Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannoli-cookie.md) - [Sweet Italian Dessert Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-cannoli-dip.md) - [Delicious DIY Cannoli Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-cannoli-kit.md) - [Italian Dessert-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-passport-to-italy-collection.md) - [Savory Cupcake-Shaped Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pizza-cupcake.md) - [Hybrid Snickerdoodle Cookie Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snickerdoodle-cookie-cupcake.md) - [Espresso Martini Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-martini-cupcake.md) - [Protein Ricotta Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cannoli-dip.md) - [Single-Serve Gelato Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelato-cups.md)