Want to play a clever but sweet prank on your kids? Try disguising one of their favorite desserts. We found clever food bloggers whose cupcakes are masquerading as everything from fruit and flowers to cacti and corn on the cob! You have to see these to believe they're not the real deal.
While these may take a little extra effort, we think the reactions you'll get will make it all worth it! Put these recipes to the test and then tell us: Does a cupcake that resembles anything but dessert still taste as sweet?
Do you ever disguise food as something else for fun or to get the kids to try it?
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Hydrangea Cupcakes
Glory at Glorious Treats makes these gorgeous Hydrangea Cupcakes and uses two colors of frosting to ensure the blossoms look even more authentic. Imagine how pretty these would look at a shower or afternoon tea?
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Popcorn Cupcakes
If you're hosting a movie-themed party, these adorable Popcorn Cupcakes created by Shelly at North Dakota Kitchen will wow your guests. You can practically smell the butter just looking at them!
Cactus Cupcakes
How cool are these Cactus Cupcakes? If you're having a Southwestern-themed event, make this your go-to dessert! Alana Jones Mann, who designed these prickly yet perfectly edible confections, even hosts workshops to demonstrate how she makes these fabulous treats.
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Spaghetti & Meatballs
Yes, these Spaghetti & Meatballs Cupcakes shared by Sara and Kate of Our Best Bites are perfect for April Fool's Day, but we think the kids will get a kick out of them all year long!
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Carrots & Peas Cupcakes
Carrots & Peas Cupcakes shared by Sara and Kate of Our Best Bites are so realistic we bet the kids will be scared to even taste them! You'll never guess what the "carrots" are made of! Orange Starbursts! Genius.
Apples
This basket of red (really) delicious Apple Cupcakes could fool just about anyone! This might make a fun back-to-school gift for your favorite teaching staff!
Corn on the Cob
These Corn on the Cob Cupcakes, shared by Sara and Kate of Our Best Bites, make a perfect dessert for your next barbecue! What makes up those yummy little kernels, you ask? Jelly beans, of course!
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Flower Basket
Laurie of Frosting and a Smile points out that these Flower Basket Cupcakes are perfect for Easter, Mother's Day, or any springtime celebration. Licorice forms the basket handle — pretty clever!
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Teeth
It probably comes as no surprise that these Teeth Cupcakes were created by a dentist with a passion for baking. Erica of Erica's Sweet Tooth (what a perfect name!) crafted these magnificent molars. Makes you wish she was your dentist, doesn't it?
Hard-Boiled Eggs
Hard boiled eggs for dessert? Blah! But wait, they're actually Hard-Boiled Eggs Cupcakes! How adorable is this idea shared by Stefani of Cupcake Project? Baked in real egg shells, your guests will be dying to know how you did it!
Cherry Pie
How adorable are these Cherry Pie Cupcakes? Lizzy of Your Cup of Cake uses red M&Ms to create the "cherry" effect. The scalloped edges give these mini pies the perfect touch!