A lion-inspired cake has stirred a wave of both outrage and amusement across social media platforms after a professional baker posted a video exposing the subpar craftsmanship behind the viral cake creation.
In the video shared by @learncakesandbaking on Instagram, the baker displayed the poorly executed lion cake — a block-shaped dessert featuring a lion face that was noticeably unrefined and lacking in detail. The baker used the opportunity to criticize a growing trend of inferior cake deliveries, warning that such low standards are damaging the reputation of skilled professionals in the baking industry.
This botched cake was an attempted replica of an original, highly praised lion cake design by a renowned professional baker, @dripplescakes, who is celebrated for her exceptional and precise cake art.
The baker commented alongside the video, “Interesting version of Mama @dripplescakes lion cake. Please don’t accept a job that you cannot execute. Or better still, accept it and collaborate with a capable hand that can execute it perfectly.” This statement highlights the importance of skill and honesty in accepting cake orders to maintain quality standards in the industry.
The post quickly attracted thousands of views and a flood of reactions, with many viewers expressing shock and disbelief at how the cake looked, questioning how such a design could have been delivered to a customer.
Reactions Trailing the Lion-Inspired Cake
folastag reacted with disbelief, saying, “Dem get mind wan go deliver this kind thing?” expressing frustration and confusion over the quality of the cake.
chefhappiness_ added humor by joking, “The lion get anger issues 😂😂😂😂,” playfully implying the cake’s fierce yet distorted appearance.
theimperialcakesnmore humorously asked, “How do I laugh in a way that pleases the Lord? 🤲🏻🤲🏻😂😂😂,” capturing the mix of amusement and disbelief many felt.
akintoyeprecious commented thoughtfully, “Some bakers are like some tailors who take orders they know very well they cannot do,” highlighting a broader issue of professionals overcommitting beyond their skills.
delisa_dalous added with a laugh, “Even the cake don’t know what animal it’s supposed to be 😂😂😂,” capturing the confusion the cake’s appearance generated among viewers.
Watch the video below to see the lion cake that has set social media abuzz …