# Cheerful Polka Dot Cakes Julep's DIY Dessert is a Decorative Treat for Festive Birthday Events By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-05-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polka-dot-cake References: [minted](http://www.minted.com/julep/2015/05/19/diy-edible-gold-polka-dot-cake/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=diy-edible-gold-polka-dot-cake) Julep's polka dot cake recipe is the perfect dessert DIY for birthdays and casual celebrations. The lifestyle blog's charming recipe calls for some gold and festive decor and features a dotted print that is created from almond extract and edible gold dust. This polka dot cake boasts a white and gold theme but can be recreated in any desired color scheme. The DIY dessert is also adorned with a fun cake topper of one's choice -- one that reads "YAY" in this case -- and is a sweet treat that is definitely [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarified-cake-milk-punch)-worthy. As the art of [cake decorating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake) becomes more elaborate and expensive, lifestyle bloggers are giving readers a DIY alternative to pricey party desserts. This particular recipe is a great example and both gorgeous and budget-friendly. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **DIY Party Desserts:** Lifestyle bloggers are offering budget-friendly alternatives to elaborate and expensive party desserts through DIY recipes. - **Creative Cake Decorating:** As the art of cake decorating evolves, there is room for innovation in creating unique and visually appealing cake designs. - **Instagram-worthy Treats:** The popularity of visually appealing desserts on social media presents opportunities for creating desserts that are aesthetically pleasing and shareable. ### Who This Affects Most - **Baking and Pastry:** The baking and pastry industry can benefit from innovative DIY recipes and cake decorating techniques to cater to budget-conscious consumers. - **Social Media and Influencer Marketing:** The rise of Instagram-worthy treats creates opportunities for influencers and businesses to market visually appealing desserts on social media. - **Event Planning and Catering:** Event planners and caterers can explore innovative cake designs and DIY dessert options to offer cost-effective and unique options to their clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elegant Cake Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flourless-dark-chocolate.md) - [All-Occasion Layered Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cake.md) - [Cake-Infused Bourbon Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarified-cake-milk-punch.md) - [Playful Space-Themed Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacethemed-dessert.md) - [Balloon Dog Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-dog-cake.md) - [Cotton Candy Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cotton-candy-cake.md) - [Cake-Inspired Restaurant Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/party-pizookie.md) - [Cake-Flavored Frozen Yogurt Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natures-premium-dessert-pearls-birthday-cake.md) - [Contemporary Confetti Cake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joyfetti-cake-mix.md)