# Fluffy Tiramisu Pancakes A Happy Pancake's Tiramisu Pancake Features Houji Tea By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-12-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiramisu-pancake References: [businesswire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20191226005104/en) & [ahappypancake.hk](http://www.ahappypancake.hk/) A Happy Pancake is introducing a new Houji Tiramisu Pancake for a limited time at just one of its shops in Hong Kong, offering a taste of a menu item that's normally only available at its [Kyoto Shop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-matcha-cake) in Japan. Inspired by the popularity of Houji tea, A Happy Pancake created a special sauce featuring the flavors of Houji—which sets itself apart from traditional kinds of tea by being steamed then roasted, which removes bitterness and creates a rich, smoky taste. The Houji Tiramisu Pancakes are served with a [silky cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lemon-mascarpone-pancakes) and the thick tea-flavored sauce on the side. Across China and Japan, A Happy Pancake is known for its extra-soft, souffle-like pancakes that are freshly made to order without baking powder or additives. Image Credit: A Happy Pancake ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Houji Tea Trend:** The growing popularity of Houji tea presents an opportunity for businesses to innovate and create unique products or flavor profiles. - **Limited-time Offer Trend:** The concept of offering limited-time menu items creates a sense of exclusivity and urgency, which can boost sales and generate buzz. - **Cross-cultural Menu Trend:** Introducing menu items from different cultures allows businesses to cater to diverse customer preferences and expand their offerings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The food and beverage industry can explore the use of alternative teas, such as Houji tea, to create new and exciting menu items. - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants can leverage the limited-time offer trend to attract customers, increase foot traffic, and encourage repeat visits. - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels and resorts can incorporate cross-cultural menus to attract international guests and provide unique dining experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gourmet Pancake Stack Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fancy-pancake-menu.md) - [Ready-to-Mix Mochi Pancake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-mochi-pancake-mix.md) - [Soufflé-Style Dessert Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-matcha-souffl.md) - [Coffee Cake Breakfast Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-cake-pancakes.md) - [Dubai Chocolate Pancake Stacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-pancake.md) - [Minty Holiday Diner Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-peppermint-bark-pancakes.md) - [Fluffy Tea-Flavored Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/early-grey-cloud-cake.md) - [Minty Hot Cocoa Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanas-hot-cocoa-pancakes.md) - [Dairy-Free Tiramisu Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiramisu-collection.md)