# Fresh Fruit Pretzels The Strawberry Filled Dough Knots are a Satisfying Tart Treat By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-12-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-filled-dough-knots References: [rock-ur-party.tablespoon](http://rock-ur-party.tablespoon.com/2012/12/06/start-happy-strawberry-filled-dough-knots/) & [tablespoon](http://www.tablespoon.com/) The strawberry-filled Dough Knots use sliced strawberries instead of jam filling to bring out a natural fruity flavor. [Pillsbury crescent dough](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillsbury-flaky-rolls) is cut into slices and buttered with a healthy serving of cream cheese. Then [fresh strawberries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumbl-strawberry-summer) are chopped up and added to the mix. The dough slices are rolled and crisscrossed into [pretzel formations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filled-pretzel-sticks). They will come out of the oven as flaky knots awaiting your hand to ice them with sugared glaze and powder them with colorful sprinkles. When you sink your teeth into the strawberry filled dough knots your taste buds will go giddy over the fresh tart taste of the berries mixed with the thin buttery pastry. Not to mention all the beautiful colored sprinkles will delight your eyes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - 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 - **Fresh Fruit + Pastry:** Innovative flavors and combinations using fresh fruits in pastries and baked goods could offer unique selling propositions for bakeries and cafes. - **Gourmet Pretzels:** Elevating the classic pretzel by experimenting with non-traditional fillings, flavors and toppings, creates an opportunity for specialty food stores and food trucks. - **Fruit-filled Desserts:** Creating desserts that use fruits as fillings instead of traditional flavors such as chocolate and vanilla may offer a healthy, yet indulgent twist to traditional dessert options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bakery:** Bakeries that offer innovative fruit and pastry combinations as part of their menu could attract new customers and differentiate themselves from competitors. - **Specialty Food Stores:** Specialty food stores that offer unique and gourmet flavored pretzels, such as fruit-filled options, may cater to a niche audience and increase sales. - **Food Trucks:** Food trucks could explore the creative combination of non-traditional fillings in pretzels to attract customers looking for a unique snacking experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Toaster Pastry-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-and-poptart.md) - [Delectable Doughy Dessert Knots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marion-berry-knots.md) - [Sweet Filling Frozen Bagels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillsbury-mini-bagels.md) - [Sprinkle-Topped Breakfast Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillsbury-toaster-strudel-products.md) - [Creamy Croissant-Style Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberries-cream-croissantstyle-donuts.md) - [Delectable Flavored Doughnuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fan-favs.md) - [Sweet Midwinter Pretzel Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berry-sweet-bitz-with-nutella.md) - [Filled Foodservice Donut Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filled-donut-bites.md) - [Creamy Cake-Flavored Pretzel Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipz-strawberry-cheesecake.md)