# Cupcakes on Sticks Lollibakes Puts Cake in its Place By Kim Seto | Published 2010-03-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lollibakes References: [hollywoodtoday.net](http://www.hollywoodtoday.net/2009/12/05/28-days-of-holiday-gift-ideas-–-day-9) & [dianasproveri](http://dianasproveri.com/) If cake is 19th century, then cupcakes are so yesterday. Meet the new kid on the block, Lollibakes, the super-sweet love child of the [lollipop and the cupcake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-lollipop). These four-bite delicacies, the brainchild of pastry chef Diana Sproveri, start off as a [ball of cake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-snack-cakes) which is then smothered in [hard shell frosting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-bar-inspired-cupcake) and decorated with toppings like toffee chunks, cookie crumbs and coconut flakes. Dropped your Lollibakes? Better move fast. Even the most fastidious of germophobes will bow to the five-second rule on this one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 - **Cakepops:** Cakepops may take over the dessert world due to their convenience and fancy looks. - **Textured Frosting:** Textured frosting will become a popular trend to give cupcakes and cakepops a unique look. - **Mini Desserts:** Small bite-size desserts, such as Lollibakes, might replace regular-sized desserts as people seek to treat themselves without overindulging. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Bakery:** Bakeries can incorporate Lollibakes or other mini desserts into their product lineup to appeal to customers who want to indulge their sweet tooth but not overdo it. - **Food Truck:** Food trucks specializing in sweets and desserts can offer Lollibakes as a unique and convenient option for customers on the go. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can use Lollibakes or Cakepops as creative, decorative and convenient dessert options for events such as weddings and birthday parties. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lollipop-Inspired Dessert Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slice-x-chupa-chups.md) - [Convenient Cupcake Snack Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-bites.md) - [Iconic Cupcake Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumbs-cupcakes.md) - [Craft Cocktail Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-cocktail-lollipop.md) - [Frosting-Filled Chocolate Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-cups.md) - [Nostalgic Festive Baked Goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lolas-cupcakes-christmas-range.md) - [Lollipop-Flavored Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lolly-poppin-chupa-chups-popcorn.md) - [Poppable Snack Cake Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hostess-bouncers.md) - [Expansive Spooky Dessert Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lolas-bakery.md)