# DIY Rice Krispies Cakes This Rice Krispies Cake is Made of the Classic Recess Time Snack By Jen Chae | Published 2013-06-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-cake References: [asubtlerevelry](http://asubtlerevelry.com/rice-krispies-cake) Most cakes are soft and fluffy with crumbs, but this Rice Krispies cake is chewy and dense with [melted marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-smores-cake). This recipe found on the Subtle Revelry blog reminds us of a classic recess time snack and cereal from back in the day. This three-tiered cake is a tasty and creative rendition of traditional Rice Krispies squares, perfect for making an original impression at parties or gatherings. The cake is essentially three giant round [rice cereal snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-crispy-cookies) stacked on top of each other, then decorated with frosting and topped off with [drizzles of Rice Krispies cereal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/great-value-confetti-crunch). The cake looks pretty standard on the outside, but it will be sure to surprise those who try to cut a slice. The full instructional tutorial is posted on the Subtle Revelry blog. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Chewy Dessert Cakes:** There is a growing trend for chewy and dense dessert cakes made with unconventional ingredients like rice cereal and marshmallows. - **Creative Cake Decorations:** Cake decorators are experimenting with unique toppings and drizzles, such as using Rice Krispies cereal to add texture and flavor to their creations. - **DIY Party Treats:** People are increasingly making their own party treats like the Rice Krispies cake, seeking unique and personalized additions to their celebrations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bakery and Pastry:** Bakeries and pastry shops can stand out by offering chewy dessert cakes like the Rice Krispies cake as an alternative to traditional fluffy cakes. - **Cake Decoration Supplies:** Cake decoration supply companies can capitalize on the trend by promoting unique toppings, frosting, and drizzles like Rice Krispies cereal to enhance customer creativity. - **Party Planning and Catering:** Party planning and catering businesses can incorporate DIY party treat options like the Rice Krispies cake into their menus, offering unique and interactive dessert experiences for guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Cereal Snack Squares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-squares-corn-flakes.md) - [Cinnamon Sugar Lunch Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-treats-homestyle-cinnamon-sugar.md) - [Pretzel-Packed Crispy Rice Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-treats-bliss-bars.md) - [Spooky Marshmallow Square Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-scares.md) - [Cookie-Studded Marshmallow Squares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookies-cream-krispy-bar.md) - [Rice Cereal-Studded Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-milk-chocolate-n-cereal-bunny.md) - [Easter Chocolate Snack Squares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-square.md) - [Festive Prepackaged Cereal Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-squares-yule-log-style.md) - [Marshmallow-Flavored Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-flavored-candy-bar.md)