If you love flowers so much, you want to eat them, these edible flower desserts will be exactly your taste. Trend Hunter Research Writer Alyson Wyers discusses her top picks for floral food finds, from homemade floral ice creams to flower-filled treats and petal-containing desserts.
A hibiscus strawberry jello topped coconut whipped cream is a great option for people with dietary restrictions who might find other desserts limiting. A gelatinous Bavarian cream dish from Tokyo come in a variety of sizes and botany-based arrangements. One of the more adult-appropriate edible flower desserts incorporates white wine and a frozen format. Homemade roasted cherry and lavender ice cream is another summery choice, as it contains in-season produce. An easy and feminine take includes dried rose petals and pound cake in a yogurt trifle.
Floral Food Finds
Alyson Wyers Counts Down Her Favorite Examples of Edible Flower Desserts
Trend Themes
1. Edible Flower Desserts - The rise of edible flower desserts offers an opportunity for innovative culinary creations combining floral aesthetics with delicious flavors.
2. Homemade Floral Ice Cream - The trend of homemade floral ice cream presents a disruptive innovation opportunity to capitalize on unique flavors and natural ingredients.
3. Flower-filled Treats - The popularity of flower-filled treats opens doors for creative dessert offerings that provide an immersive floral experience for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can explore the use of edible flowers to create innovative desserts that cater to consumers' growing desire for novelty and natural ingredients.
2. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can tap into the trend of floral desserts by offering unique flower-based dessert menus and experiences that delight guests and differentiate their offerings.
3. Event Planning - Event planners can incorporate edible flower desserts into their menus to add a visually striking and unforgettable element to weddings, parties, and other special occasions.