# Cookie-Topped Cake Cups Duncan Hines' Single-Serve Cake Cups Take Only a Minute to Make By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-08-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/single-serve-cake-cup References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/media/photos/4063-conagra-brands-innovation) & [duncanhines](https://www.duncanhines.com/products/) While Duncan Hines' Perfect Size for 1 brand products provide plenty of options for those who are looking to enjoy just a small amount of cake at home, the brand is now also introducing single-serve cake cups for on-the-go snacking. The [grab-and-go cookie-topped cake cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smores-cupcake-cups) are new additions to the Perfect Size for 1 brand but pair a controlled portion of cake with pudding and cookie pieces. The single-serve cake cups appeal to those with a sweet tooth with Oreo and colorful Unicorn varieties, both of which are rich in textured add-ins that are packaged separately on the top of the containers. Both of these single-serve cake cups only need a minute to be made and offer [portion-controlled indulgence](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyrus-olearys-mini-cheesecakes). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 - **Single-serve Snacking:** The rise of single-serve cake cups presents opportunities for food companies to create convenient and portion-controlled snacks for on-the-go consumers. - **Textured Add-ins:** The inclusion of pudding and cookie pieces as textured add-ins in cake cups opens up possibilities for food manufacturers to create unique and indulgent dessert experiences. - **Quick and Easy Treats:** The popularity of cake cups that only require a minute to make highlights the potential for time-saving dessert options that cater to busy individuals. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food Packaging:** The development of packaging solutions that separate textured add-ins from the cake base in single-serve cups allows for improved convenience and freshness in the food packaging industry. - **Convenience Foods:** The introduction of grab-and-go cake cups opens up avenues for convenience food brands to expand their product offerings with quick and satisfying desserts. - **Gourmet Desserts:** The incorporation of unique flavors and add-ins in single-serve cake cups presents an opportunity for gourmet dessert companies to create premium, indulgent treats for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Mug Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mugsy-mug-cake-mix.md) - [Microwaveable Indulgence Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sara-lee-mini-cups.md) - [Prepackaged Cafe-Inspired Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hostess-products.md) - [Healthy Indulgent Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singleserve-cake-cups.md) - [Instant Carrot Cake Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-carrot-cake.md) - [Soft-Baked Cookie Cake Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cakesters-confetti-cake.md) - [Convenient Cupcake Snack Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-bites.md) - [Snack-Sized Bundt Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-bundt-cakes.md) - [Mini Classic Cake Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-cake-bites.md)