Squishy Dumplings Takes Over the Timeline
Summary
• The viral mystery dumpling is from the Squishy Bun series, known for its collectible dumplings in bamboo steamer baskets with rare glitter or holographic versions.
• TikTok unboxing challenges and the hunt for ultra-rare dumplings pushed the toys into viral territory.
• Squishy Dumplings launched on Pump fun on December 14, inspired by the real-world collectible trend.
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The viral mystery dumpling draws from the Squishy Bun toy series by RMS USA (formerly known as Smooshy Mushy), which recently surged in popularity thanks to TikTok unboxing videos which reached millions of views. These toys are stress-relief squishies shaped like steamed dumplings, often packed in tiny bamboo baskets for realism, with rare holographic or glittery versions which sparked a collector frenzy around finding the rarest ones. Users buy these surprise toys to find specific colors or the ultra-rare ones, making "the hunt" for the rarest dumpling a trending event.
Influencer Bassel called attention to Squishy Dumplings, likening it to the Labubu run.
Lexapro showed support for Dumplings, saying it has “a ton of potential.”
Another nod came from Mr.Frog, who voiced support on his Telegram, further boosting visibility.
Dumplings launched on December 14 and gained traction quickly, drawing over 800 X community members in its first three days. It was soon compared to Labubu, another toy-inspired trend that previously peaked at a $74M market cap. As of December 17, Dumplings has reached a $1.3M all-time high, with the creator earning $20K through Creator Rewards.
