Best 2 April Fools Fake Baked Potato Recipes

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If you're looking for a fun and easy April Fool's prank to play on your friends and family, look no further than the fake baked potato. This hilarious dish is sure to get a laugh, and it's so easy to make. Simply follow these simple recipes to create a realistic-looking baked potato that's actually made from cake.

You can make a classic baked potato with butter, salt, and pepper, or you can get creative with your toppings. Try adding cheese, bacon, chili, or sour cream. You can even make a sweet potato version by using orange cake mix.

No matter how you choose to make it, the fake baked potato is sure to be a hit. Just be sure to warn your guests before they take a bite!

**Classic Baked Potato:**

Ingredients:

- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Butter, salt, and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes, or until well blended.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

**Frosting:**

Ingredients:

- 1 cup of confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. If desired, add food coloring to tint the frosting.
3. Frost the cooled cake and serve.

**Tips:**

- For a more realistic look, use a potato peeler to create lines on the cake before frosting.
- You can also add a dollop of sour cream or melted cheese to the top of the cake before serving.
- If you're making the sweet potato version, use orange cake mix and add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

APRIL FOOL'S FAKE BAKED POTATO



April Fool's Fake Baked Potato image

Fool someone with a sweet treat! This ice cream looks just like a baked potato topped with sour cream and butter...too fun!

Provided by Jennibear

Categories     Ice Cream

Time 5m

Yield 1 potato, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 scoops vanilla ice cream
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
3 tablespoons whipped topping
1 yellow starburst candy

Steps:

  • Take 2 large scoops of vanilla ice cream and place on a large piece of plastic wrap. Wrap up and mold with hands into a potato shape. Put in freezer to set (about 20 minutes).
  • Put cocoa powder into a bowl and roll unwrapped ice cream potato in the powder until completely covered. Slice the top of your ice cream potato and pull back edges a bit to make room for your whipped topping (Cool Whip) and Starburst candy butter. Shake off excess cocoa powder and place on a plate. Top with a dollop of Cool Whip for the "sour cream".
  • Place your unwrapped yellow Starburst candy in the microwave for 10 seconds to soften - then press the edges out to make a larger "pat of butter". Top your potato and enjoy!

EASY APRIL FOOLS DAY POTATO SALAD



Easy April Fools Day Potato Salad image

Need an easy and fun April Fool's Day prank? Here it is! Peel and cut up apples and stir them up with vanilla pudding. It looks like potato salad - but is a tasty dessert. Add a little yellow food coloring if you like mustard in your version.

Provided by Jennibear

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 apples
3 1/4 ounces pudding, cups
2 drops yellow food coloring

Steps:

  • Peel and core 4 apples. Cut into bite size chunks.
  • Add vanilla pudding from pudding cups and stir until combined.
  • If you want a more yellow/mustard-like faux potato salad, add 1-2 drops of yellow food coloring.
  • Place in your favorite potato salad serving dish.
  • Serve and yell "April Fool!" -- .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.6, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 34.6, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 22.8, Protein 0.8

Tips:

  • To make the fake baked potato look as realistic as possible, use a large russet potato and cut it in half lengthwise.
  • Use a melon baller to scoop out the center of each potato half, leaving a 1/2-inch thick shell.
  • Microwave the potato halves on high for 5 minutes, or until they are tender.
  • Let the potato halves cool slightly before filling them with the mashed potato filling.
  • To make the mashed potato filling, use a food processor or blender to combine cooked potatoes, milk, butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
  • Pipe the mashed potato filling into the potato halves and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake the potato halves at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the fake baked potatoes immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, sour cream, bacon bits, or chives.

Conclusion:

These April Fools' Fake Baked Potatoes are a fun and easy way to prank your friends and family. They are also a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a fun and unique way to celebrate April Fool's Day, give these fake baked potatoes a try.

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