Bakery clarifies April Fools' joke after posting 'horrifying' cake that sparked outrage

'This was intended to be an April Fools joke and not reflective of our standard cake designs,' the shop said

A cake shop is clearing the air after an April Fools’ Day post featuring a disturbing cake design went viral for all the wrong reasons, prompting confusion and backlash from followers.

The Homestead Kitchen Artisan Cakery posted an image on April 1 of an unusually realistic and unsettling lamb cake that some people interpreted as gruesome rather than funny. The photo quickly spread on social media, with many users unsure whether the creation was meant to be taken seriously.

In response to the reaction, the bakery issued a clarification. “This was intended to be an April Fools’ joke and not reflective of our standard cake designs,” the shop wrote, emphasising that the eerie cake was created purely for humour and not an actual product available for purchase.

 

 

 

 

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The post drew mixed reactions online, some followers found the cake’s lifelike details impressive and humorous, while others described it as “horrifying” or in poor taste for April Fools’. The bakery’s clarification aimed to reassure customers that its regular offerings are more traditional and family‑friendly.

After the clarification, many followers expressed support for the bakery, with some praising its transparency and willingness to engage with feedback. The shop’s regular menu remains unchanged, and it continues to serve customers with its classic cake and dessert offerings.