# Hybrid Waffle Cakes The Maple Dessert Features Sponge Layers Infused with Waffles By M | Published 2016-03-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waffle-cake References: [sprinklebakes](http://www.sprinklebakes.com/2016/03/maple-belgian-waffle-cake.html) The Maple Belgian Waffle Cake by Sprinkle Bakes creatively transforms the [sweet breakfast dish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-cake-pancakes) into a grandiose torte that features freshly made waffles infused directly into the layers of sponge. The dessert is then topped with melted butter and gooey maple syrup to offer a hybrid meal that is both worthy to be called dessert as well as breakfast. The waffle cake can either be made using [fresh or frozen waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasted-waffle) that are inserted into the centre of [maple syrup cake batter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-waffle-almond-creamer) and baked so that the waffles are infused within each layer. The tiers are decorated with a layer of melted butter and more maple syrup that soaks into the sponge to create a sweet and moist dessert. The cake can be served as is, without need for any icing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 34% | 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 - **Waffle-cake Hybrids:** The fusion of waffles and cake presents an opportunity to create innovative dessert concepts that can be served at any mealtime. - **Infused Desserts:** Adding unconventional ingredients to traditional desserts presents the opportunity to create unique flavor experiences and stand out in the crowded dessert industry. - **Breakfast-inspired Desserts:** The trend of creating dessert dishes inspired by breakfast presents an opportunity to offer unconventional offerings in the dessert market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bakery Industry:** Bakeries could leverage this trend by offering a variety of waffle-cake flavors and infusing other breakfast items into desserts that they offer in their shops for customers. - **Catering Industry:** Catering companies could use this hybrid dessert concept to create unique catering experiences and diversify their dessert offerings. - **Foodservice Industry:** Foodservice providers could use this trend to create unconventional and innovative menu items that appeal to customers seeking unique flavor experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waffle-Flavored Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggo-ice-cream.md) - [Cookie-Stuffed Belgian Waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cookie-crumble-belgian-waffle.md) - [Cinnamon Maple-Flavored Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-waffle-crisp.md) - [Thaw-and-Serve Waffle Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillsbury-belgianstyle-waffle-carrier.md) - [Snacking-Friendly Waffle Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-waffle-wedge-basket.md) - [Breakfast-Flavored Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breakfast-in-bed-ice-cream.md) - [Pancake-Flavored Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-soaked-pancakes-ice-cream.md) - [Liège-Style Diner Waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berry-waffle-slam.md) - [Cake-Inspired Pancake Stacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boston-cream-pie-pancakes.md)