A slice of realism! Incredible cakes that are so convincing you might not actually fancy eating them
In recent years, cakes have evolved from tasty treats to works of art, showcasing the baker’s talent as they decorate their delicious bakes with increasingly believable features.
It is no longer enough to be a talented chef, but to create truly impressive bakes, you now also have to be an artist.
Some of the creations of these breathtaking bakers are truly a feast for the eyes, but also for the taste buds.
Now Bored Panda has some of the best photos of impressive bakes from North America on display in a delightful gallery.
Be warned: you may actually believe that some of these cakes are something completely different because your mind is playing tricks on you.
What’s better for breakfast than a big stack of pancakes? There is! A cake designed to look like a stack of pancakes
One of the amazing images shows a pile of dirty dishcloths to wipe down the sink – or is it?
Meanwhile, another image shows a delicious-looking stack of pancakes – but are they really pancakes? Either way it’s delicious!
Here, FEMAIL presents some of the most impressive bakes that will leave you scratching your head…
The maker of this American cake would certainly be furious if you accidentally grabbed it to clean up some mess
THAT is an impressive decoration! This cake, which features dulce de leche and banoffee, is so well designed it doesn’t even look real
Who could be annoyed by a sweet little puppy taking a little bite out of this cake? A talented baker and artist added a mischievous golden retriever to their cake
It’s often said that the perfect accompaniment to cake is a good old chess set – which you can play with fondant icing before mocking this bake
Who couldn’t love this cheeky little guy? That icing technique is impressive, but it can be difficult to carve Elmo’s face
Want a treat for an art viewer? Search no further. This Vincent Van Gogh showstopper will impress any treat lover
And now something more…outside. This cake takes the idea of the chocolate block to the next – and equally delicious – level
When baking you have to know your audience – and the recipient of this showstopper is clearly a Lego enthusiast too
Can’t decide whether to give someone flowers or a cake as a gift? What about both? This beautiful cake is decorated in the shape of a bunch of tulips
Would you be tempted to check the spines of all these cacti in front of you, but in this succulent cake?
Not everyone has a sweet tooth, some people choose to indulge in burgers and fries when they have their junk food – those people will be disappointed here though