# Layered Pasta Cakes These Lasagna Cupcakes Make Dinner Almost as Fun as Dessert By Susan Keefe | Published 2012-02-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-cupcakes References: [cupcakeproject](http://www.cupcakeproject.com/2012/02/lasagna-cupcakes-two-ways.html) Stefani, from the adventurous blog ‘Cupcake Project,' is at it again with these eyebrow-raising Lasagna Cupcakes. No, these cupcakes are not remotely sweet, they are exactly as the name suggests: cupcakes made out of lasagna. Dedicated to all things cupcake, Stefani takes pride in her ability to manipulate savory favorites into cupcake-shaped servings. For those who enjoy kitschy [pint-size bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-bites), these Lasagna Cupcakes are a must-have for your dinner plate. A fun and tasty way to get your meal portions under control, these Lasagna Cupcakes let you eat the food you love without going overboard; unless you eat eight, in which case you’re on your own. A playful way to serve up supper to finicky kids and adults alike, these Lasagna Cupcakes will distract complainers with their dessert-like shape. Remember, the sight of a cupcake sleeve never fails to subdue whining. Cute, quirky and delicious, these Lasagna Cupcakes will have you wondering why you don’t consume all your meals in a [cupcake format](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumbs-colossal-cupcake). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Cupcake-inspired Foods:** There is a growing trend of transforming savory dishes into cupcake-like servings, providing a fun and playful twist to traditional meals. - **Portion Control:** The popularity of layered pasta cakes like Lasagna Cupcakes showcases the demand for individual-sized portions that help consumers manage their food intake. - **Kitschy Bites:** The rise of unique and whimsical food presentations, such as Lasagna Cupcakes, demonstrates the appeal of cute and quirky foods that offer an experience beyond just taste. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore innovative ways to create and market cupcake-inspired dishes, capitalizing on the demand for playful and visually appealing food products. - **Meal Delivery Services:** Meal delivery services can incorporate cupcake-inspired foods like Lasagna Cupcakes into their menus, providing customers with convenient and portion-controlled meal options. - **Family Restaurants:** Family restaurants can attract customers, especially children, by incorporating kitschy bites like Lasagna Cupcakes into their menus, offering a fun and memorable dining experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Layered Lasagna-Inspired Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-lasagna.md) - [Canned Lasagna Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-soups.md) - [Lasagna-Flavored Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-inspired-bloody-mary-mix.md) - [Lasagna-Centric Menu Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-fest.md) - [Savory Breakfast Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incredifulls.md) - [TV Diner-Style Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-cheese-lasagna-tv-dinner.md) - [Cup-Shaped Pepperoni Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papa-johns-1.md) - [Chocolate Ravioli Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-ravioli.md) - [Satisfying Rolled Pasta Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fazolis-lasagna-rolls.md)