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Deliciously Deceptive Cakes: Hyper-Realistic Edible Art

byCake Studio by MenakshiDelivers across Delhi NCR; Pick up from studio in Sushant Lok Phase 1, GurugramStarts from1,800 Per KgView full gallery

Ever looked at a cake and wondered if it is actually food? I love creating these fun, hyper-realistic designs that fool the eye and delight the taste buds.

Care for a cup of coffee? Or two? These are actually cakes I designed to look like coffee cups with latte art, perfect for a barista or coffee lover.

Who wants some Panipuri? This fun cake is designed to look like a plate of the popular Indian street food, complete with all the fixings.

For a 90th birthday, I made this cake that looks like a sandwich and french fries. It's a fun and personal way to celebrate someone's favorite meal.

For the tea lover Yashii. A simple and elegant cake designed to look like a cup of chai with a biscuit on the side.

Anyone for coffee and cake? This design looks like a freshly brewed cup of coffee with a bag of coffee beans, all completely edible.

For Farzan, who loves eating salads. I created this healthy-looking cake featuring a bowl of salad with tomatoes, carrots, and peas.

All her favorite treats for Anya turning 12. This drip cake is loaded with macarons, a cupcake, a lollipop, and an ice cream cone.

A pretty ice cream themed cake for Ivanka's second birthday. The design features a rainbow and lots of colorful, edible ice cream cones and cupcakes.

About Deliciously Deceptive Cakes

These designs are all about the 'double take' moment when a guest realizes their favorite snack is actually a cake. I keep the fondant minimal so you get that soft, fresh buttercream taste, while using clever piping and sculpting to make items like coffee cups or panipuri plates look surprisingly real.

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