# Girl Scout-Inspired Frozen Treats The Samoa Popsicles by My Baking Addiction Keeps Things Cool By Meghan Young | Published 2013-07-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samoa-popsicles References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2013/07/16/Girl-Scout-Cookie-Popsicles/) & [mybakingaddiction](http://www.mybakingaddiction.com/samoa-popsicles-recipe/) Summer is in full effect in the Northern Hemisphere, and that means people will be looking for creative ways to stay cool: the Samoa Popsicles will speak to those who love [Girl Scout](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jell-o) cookies. Essentially a frozen version of the popular and coveted treat, the Samoa Popsicles allows people to enjoy a delicious dessert that will cool them down in the process. Conceived by Jamie of My Baking Addiction, the Samoa Popsicles is made out of layers of coconut cream pie pudding, crushed Samoa cookies and a [chocolate-dipped shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-ice-cream-bars). Although it looks fairly complicated to create, especially since it is split in the middle for a fun thin break full of chocolate, nuts and coconut, the Samoa Popsicle is worth making. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Girl Scout-inspired Frozen Treats:** An emerging trend of creating frozen desserts inspired by popular Girl Scout cookies presents opportunities for innovative flavors and unique product offerings. - **Creative Summer Refreshments:** The demand for innovative and refreshing summer treats like the Samoa Popsicles signifies a trend towards experiential and indulgent eating experiences. - **Upscale Frozen Desserts:** The creation of high-quality frozen desserts, such as the Samoa Popsicles with its gourmet ingredients and visually appealing presentation, demonstrates a growing market for premium frozen treats. ### Who This Affects Most - **Frozen Dessert Industry:** The frozen dessert industry can explore new flavor combinations and creative product designs inspired by popular treats like Girl Scout cookies to cater to evolving consumer preferences. - **Food and Beverage Retail:** Retailers in the food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of girl scout-inspired frozen treats by offering unique, seasonal products that tap into nostalgic flavors and experiences. - **Food Blogging and Recipe Development:** The creation and promotion of innovative recipes like the Samoa Popsicles present opportunities for food bloggers and recipe developers to drive engagement, gain a wider audience, and establish themselves as experts in creative desserts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Three-in-One Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodpop-neapolitan-pops.md) - [Cookie-Topped Jelly Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jell-o.md) - [Cream-Filled Mango Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-cream-bars.md) - [Ice Cream-Inspired Sandwich Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girl-scout-exploremores.md) - [Dark Chocolate Gelato Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-gelato-pops.md) - [Do-Good Cookie Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookie-popsicles.md) - [Brownie-Infused Ice Cream Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-pop.md) - [Dipped Cookie Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dipped-cookie-sandwiches.md) - [Mushroom-Infused Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shroomsicles.md)