Ordinary items that could easily be mistaken for food

Have you ever looked at something completely inedible and thought, just for a second, 'Wow, that looks delicious'? You're not alone! Come with us on a wild ride through photos of the world's most tempting, yet totally forbidden, 'snacks' that will have your brain doing double-takes.

“My mouth years for the crunch”

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Why do these pens suddenly look so snackable? My brain knows they're just writing utensils, but my inner goblin says, 'just one bite.' Seriously, who decided to make office supplies this visually appetizing?

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“Looks like it would have an amazing crumch”

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This could pass for a delicious bowl of fruity cereal—just look at those colors! But one crunchy bite and all hopes of breakfast joy are immediately dashed by the taste of plastic and regret.

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“Forbidden mints”

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My sweet tooth is on high alert, but wait—these aren’t mints! This bowlful of forbidden 'candy' might just leave you with nothing but a bad aftertaste and a visit to the cleaning supplies aisle.

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“Yummy ice cream”

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Nope, that’s not a pint of strawberry sorbet. Talk about a flavor twist no one asked for! I’ll pass on a scoop of this 'Flo' special—my brain is reeling from the visual whiplash.

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“I can’t say I wouldn’t try one…”

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They look almost good enough to pop in your mouth, right? Those glossy colors trick you for a second before your common sense screams, 'Soap, not candy!'

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“Forbidden potato”

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Who knew a potato could look so strangely…fancy? The swirls inside give major pastry vibes—like it should taste sweet, not earthy. Too bad nature isn’t a bakery.

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“Tempting”

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This bottle is giving off strong cherry Kool-Aid energy. I low-key want to pour myself a glass, but deep down I know a mouthful would only deliver an explosion of birdseed flavor.

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“Forbidden soup”

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The mossy texture looks so pillowy, and the water so cool and inviting, you'd almost expect a sweet, earthy dessert inside. But trust me: licking this 'forbidden soup' would definitely be a mistake you only make once.

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“Do Not Eat The Urinal Salami V2”

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At first glance, I totally thought someone dropped a slice of artisanal deli meat in the washroom. Then reality set in and I realized this is one 'treat' that’s better left untouched and definitely unchewed.

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“Found some gritty tasting peanut butter”

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Is this a new chunky peanut butter or a way to relive your beach days in a jar? Either way, that sandy texture has my mouth confused and slightly concerned about the suggested use.