# Snowman Character Waffle Makers Walmart's Olaf Waffle Maker Will Get Your Kids Through Winter By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2019-02-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olaf-waffle-maker References: [delish](https://www.delish.com/food-news/a26311706/frozen-olaf-waffle-maker/) & [walmart](https://www.walmart.com/ip/Disney-Frozen-Olaf-Waffle-Maker/41126701?u1=74968X1525073X3da61687efa0090cf8c8cad10017e7bd&oid=599512.1&wmlspartner=TnL5HPStwNw&sourceid=00592405453364190717&affillinktype=10&veh=aff) While it may have been nearly six years since [Disney's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidslife) 'Frozen' made its debut, it's clear that the movie is just as popular as ever as evidenced by [Walmart's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggo-ice-cream) new Olaf Waffle Maker. The Olaf Waffle Maker is a [Frozen-themed waffle maker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hapffe-waffle-maker) that creates edible Olaf-shaped breakfast treats. The inside of the waffle maker features a nonstick interior and five molding shapes. To create the cartoon character waffles, consumers simply have to pour in the batter, press down, and wait until the batter is firm and crispy. Once finished, simply assemble the pieces to create your very own seven-inch waffle Olaf. You can also add some powdered sugar for a full snowman effect. Image Credit: *Walmart.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Disney-themed Kitchen Appliances:** Opportunities for businesses to capitalize on the continued popularity of popular animated movies through creative kitchen electronics. - **Novelty Breakfast Cooking Gadgets:** Innovation opportunities exist to add fun and interactive elements to classic breakfast recipes through new tools and appliances. - **Edible Character Molds:** Tech advancements in 3D printing and new mold-making techniques present promising means for creating toys and gadgets that double as edible treats. ### Who This Affects Most - **Kitchen Appliance Manufacturing:** Companies can leverage advancements in technology to create novelty breakfast gadgets that cater to families and children. - **Movie Merchandise Retailers:** Retailers can capitalize on the enduring popularity of iconic movie franchises by offering themed products like waffle makers and breakfast cooking gadgets. - **Culinary Education:** Cooking schools and programs can incorporate creative breakfast recipes and techniques into their curriculums to enhance student engagement and learning experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mini Waffle Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waffle-bite-maker.md) - [Hollow Customizable Waffle Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chefman-big-stuff.md) - [Melting Wintery Baking Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillsbury-funfetti-melted-snowman.md) - [Film-Inspired Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-cookie-pancake-mix-kit.md) - [Snowman-Shaped Holiday Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-wiggle-christmas.md) - [Waffle-Flavored Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggo-ice-cream.md) - [Miniature Frozen Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hungry-jack-frozen-pancakes.md) - [Waffle-Inspired Robo Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggovac.md) - [Animation-Themed Frozen Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidslife.md)