# Sci-Fi Gingerbread Cookie Cutters This Cookie Cutter Set Makes Star Wars Cookies for the Holidays By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-12-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-cookies References: [thatsnerdalicious](http://www.thatsnerdalicious.com/cooking-tools/make-a-tasty-clone-army-with-star-wars-gingerbread-cookie-cutters/) & [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/1c00/?srp=1&cpg=cj&ref=&CJURL=&CJID=2617611) What better way to enjoy [gingerbread cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcghees-bakery-gingerbread-men) this holiday season than with character-inspired Star Wars cookies. From ThinkGeek, the officially licensed [Lucasfilm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-oreo-cookies) merchandise helps you create six different characters from the classic sci-fi series that are out of this world. The cookie cutters take the form of Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Chewbacca, Yoda, C3PO and a stormtrooper. The Star Wars cookies are cut with the kitchen utensil on one side while the other side impresses the character's features. Once baked, you can uses these indentations as a guide for decorating. The set of six cookie cutters are food safe and made out of BPA-free ABS plastic that is neither microwave nor dishwasher safe. The sci-fi shapes are great for entertaining and munching while watching the new Episode VII trailer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Character-inspired Cookie Cutters:** There's a growing market for unique and licensed kitchen utensils bringing characters to life from various universes. - **Customizable Food Utensils:** As consumers seek more personalization in their everyday items, there is an opportunity for companies to develop customizable food utensils that allow users to create unique shapes and designs. - **Nostalgic Products with a Twist:** There is a market for classic products that provide a nostalgic feel to the consumer, while incorporating modern twists and innovation that make the product more useful or relevant. ### Where This Applies - **Kitchenware:** Companies specializing in producing themed and innovative kitchen supplies can capitalize on the popularity of character-shaped cookie cutters and other quirky utensils. - **Food and Beverage:** Incorporating innovative utensils and kitchenware into the food and beverage industry could provide an enjoyable and engaging eating experience for consumers. - **Licensed Merchandise:** Companies specializing in producing licensed merchandise from popular fictional universes can expand into the kitchenware market, providing unique and high-quality products for fans of these franchises. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaboration Sci-Fi Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-oreo-cookies.md) - [Streaming Series Cookie Cutters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-cookie-cutters.md) - [Holiday Collector’s Puzzle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-atat.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Donut Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinkbox-doughnuts-star-wars-day.md) - [Sci-Fi Coffee Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-coffee-brews.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Drinking Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corkcicle-x-star-wars.md) - [Sci-Fi Bath Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-bath-soap.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise Logo Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbuilt-star-wars-logo.md) - [Collectible Sci-Fi Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-coins.md)