At first glance, the Space Core Cake actually looks like some kind of futuristic device or even a sci-fi kitchen appliance, yet it is actually edible. If you don't believe, there is photographic proof of it being cut and served. A stunning dessert replica of the space core from the video game Portal 2, this cake will surely get the geeky gamer party started.
Created by Mike’s Amazing Cakes, Space Core Cake is such a realistic masterpiece, I would feel guilty eating it. From its perfect, circular shape to the glowing "eye," I would truly believe that I was chomping down on metal and circuit boards rather than vanilla cake and what appears to be strawberry icing.
Realistic Gamer Confections
The Space Core Cake is for the Sci-Fi-Loving Geek
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