# Fruit-Topped Hybrid Snacks This Sweet Berry Bruschetta is a Sugary Remix of the Italian Classic By Susan Keefe | Published 2011-12-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-berry-bruschetta References: [tastykitchen](http://tastykitchen.com/recipes/appetizers-and-snacks/sweet-berry-bruschetta/) & [melskitchencafe](http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2011/12/sweet-berry-bruschetta-sugar-rush-reinvented-3.html) Treat your guests to a few nibbles of Berry Bruschetta at your next shindig. This vibrantly fresh appetizer idea is the brain child of blogger Mel from the gorgeous food blog Mel's Kitchen Cafe. The Italian classic has gotten a colorful makeover and is now sporting an impressive array of [fresh berries and mint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruitist-snack-cups) in place of the usual tomato, garlic and basil. The classic crisp base takes on a different flavor profile with the sweet addition of cinnamon and sugar. These toasty rounds are slathered with a sumptuous spread made of [cream cheese, yogurt, lemon zest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tzatziki-cheesecake) and sugar. As a final flourish, the appetizer is studded with bold jewel toned berries and lush mint leaves. The completed Sweet Berry Bruschetta is the most visually appealing and versatile indulgence around. It can be served before a meal or afterwards accompanied with coffee or as a [sweet snack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiri-petit-sweets) all on its own. The perfect pretty bite, this Sweet Berry Bruschetta is sure to garner rave reviews from you grateful guests. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Fruit-topped Hybrid Snacks:** Opportunity for creating innovative hybrid snacks that combine fruit with traditional snacks for a unique flavor profile. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive opportunity to introduce fruit-topped hybrid snacks in the food and beverage industry. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for restaurants and cafes to offer fruit-topped hybrid snacks as visually appealing and versatile appetizers or desserts. - **Culinary Blogging:** Opportunity for culinary bloggers to create and share unique fruit-based recipes, such as the Sweet Berry Bruschetta, to attract a larger audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flavorful Italian Toast Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bruschetta-crackers.md) - [Fruit-Filled Sorbetto Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-filled-sorbetto-shells.md) - [Baked Berry French Toasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-berry-french-toast-bake.md) - [Cheese-Infused Shortbread Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmigiano-reggiano.md) - [Cherry Fruit Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-fruit-spreads.md) - [Fruit-Forward Brunch Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruby-slipper-ruby-sunshine-very-berry.md) - [Fruit-Topped Sugar Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-pizza-cookie.md) - [Versatile Tart Cherry Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tart-cherry-spread.md) - [Sweet Italian Dessert Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-cannoli-dip.md)