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# Creepy Cinematic Character Candies
The Jack Skellington Cake Pops are a Halloween Treat to Die For

By Marie | Published 2011-09-16 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-skellington-cake-pops
References: [geekmom](http://www.geekmom.com/2011/09/jack-skellington-cake-pops/) & [sugarturntable](http://sugarturntable.com/?p=1492)

As October quickly approaches, and the weather sadly gets colder for many North Americans, there is one thing I look forward to -- Halloween, the perfect time for these Jack Skellington Cake Pops. Tim Burton fans young and old will lose their heads over these [spooky sweets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paris-baguette-halloween-menu), created by Kathryn Poduska of The Sugar Turntable.

Using just a few basic supplies from your local supermarket and craft store, you too can be enjoying these [terribly tasty treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insomnia-cookies-halloween) in just minutes. As a huge fan of the 1993 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' film, I can't wait to try these [cake pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-treats) out for myself -- the only problem is they look almost too good to eat! Check out Kathryn Poduska's easy-to-follow tutorial, and enjoy these deathly delicious Jack Skellington Cake Pops.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.5/10
- Popularity: 71% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Halloween-themed Food:** Opportunity for restaurants to create Halloween-themed menu items or for food bloggers to create DIY recipes.
- **Character-inspired Food:** Opportunity for businesses to create food items based on popular characters or franchises to appeal to fans.
- **DIY Food Tutorials:** Opportunity for content creators to share easy-to-follow tutorials for making fun and creative food items at home.

### Where This Applies

- **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for restaurants and food manufacturers to create Halloween-themed or character-inspired food items.
- **Entertainment and Media:** Opportunity for movie studios and other entertainment companies to partner with food businesses to create character-inspired treats.
- **Social Media and Influencer Marketing:** Opportunity for influencers and content creators to showcase DIY food creations and tutorials to engage with audiences.

## Related on Trend Hunter

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