# Cake-Flavored Flapjacks This Red Velvet Pancakes Recipe Comes with Nutella Cream Cheese Sauce By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-02-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-velvet-pancakes-recipe References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/anyonitagreen/22-pancake-crepe-recipes-for-shrove-tuesday-18d3q) & [anyonita-nibbles](http://www.anyonita-nibbles.co.uk/2014/01/valentines-red-velvet-pancakes-nutella-cream-cheese-sauce.html) This red velvet pancakes recipe is the perfect decadent dessert to enjoy on Fat Tuesday. From food blogger Anyonita Nibbles, the colorful flapjacks also come topped with Nutella cream cheese sauce. This is ideal for treating yourself if you plan on restricting some aspect of your diet for Lent. Mardi Gras celebrations are known for being vibrant and colorful, which makes these bright red pancakes perfect for the holiday. They also make a great option to serve a significant other if you're celebrating [Valentine's Day](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-valentines-day-lineup) a little late. The Shrove Tuesday appropriate red velvet pancakes recipe is described as "basically cake with [double the chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choc-chips-pancakes)." Made from scratch, the confectionery griddles can also be topped with toasted hazelnuts, sprinkles and whipped cream (not to mention extra chocolate chips). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Decadent Desserts:** Exploring new and unique flavors for desserts that cater to specific holidays and cultures. - **Gourmet Pancakes:** Innovative pancake recipes that break away from traditional pancake recipes and use flavorful ingredients. - **Nutella Love:** Creating Nutella-infused recipes to give consumers a sweet and salty flavor experience. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Incorporating unique ingredients and flavors into the production of food and beverages for special events and occasions. - **Hospitality:** Creating exclusive dishes and menus for events or seasonal celebrations to attract clientele and increase profits. - **Retail:** Offering seasonal flavors and limited edition products to entice customers to try new products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heart-Shaped Pancake Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-bites-pancakes.md) - [Cake-Inspired Pancake Stacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boston-cream-pie-pancakes.md) - [Gourmet Pancake Stack Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fancy-pancake-menu.md) - [Festive Peppermint Pancake Breakfasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peppermint-wonderland.md) - [Dessert-Filled Pancake Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-cheesecake-pancakes.md) - [Minty Holiday Diner Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-peppermint-bark-pancakes.md) - [Patriotic Fruit-Packed Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-white-blueberry-pancakes.md) - [Pancake-Flavored Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-soaked-pancakes-ice-cream.md) - [Cookie Cheesecake-Filled Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-stuffed-cheesecake-pancakes.md)