Food creativity knows no bounds, but sometimes it veers into the bizarre and downright disgusting. While some experimental dishes have wowed the world, others have left us cringing and questioning our life choices. Here's a collection of 18 food inventions that went terribly wrong, each one more stomach-churning than the last. Brace yourselves!

Celery Flavored Jello

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Jello is supposed to be sweet, but someone threw celery into the mix. This 1960s culinary horror didn't last long, thankfully. Imagine serving this green jiggly mess at a party. It’s like biting into a garden. The idea didn’t take off, probably because celery and desserts just don’t mix. Celery sticks, yes. Jello, no way!

Peanut Butter and Mayo Sandwich

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This odd combo of peanut butter and mayo gained a weird following in the 1950s. If you're out of jelly, just eat it plain! The creamy texture is all over the place, and the flavors clash horribly. It’s like someone lost a bet and had to invent the most ridiculous sandwich ever. Definitely not the PB&J we all know and love.

Ketchup Popsicles

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Cool off with ketchup popsicles? No thanks. These were a real thing in the 1960s, aimed at kids. Imagine expecting a sweet treat and getting frozen tomato sauce instead. It's a cold, tangy surprise that left many kids—and parents—scratching their heads. Safe to say, this chilly experiment didn’t stick around for long.

Cheese Flavored Bubblegum

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Bubblegum that tastes like cheddar cheese? Sounds like a prank. This bizarre invention from the 1980s didn’t last, thankfully. The idea of chewing cheese-flavored gum is just plain gross. Cheese belongs on pizza, not in your bubblegum. Besides, who wants their breath to smell like cheddar after blowing a bubble? Not us!

Ranch Dressing Soda

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Ranch dressing is perfect for salads but as a soda? Gross. Launched in the 2010s, this strange drink didn’t win many fans. The creamy, tangy taste of ranch doesn’t translate well to a fizzy beverage. One sip is enough to make anyone question their life choices. Stick to using ranch on veggies, not in your drink.

Tuna Fish Gelatin Mold

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Back in the 1950s, tuna fish gelatin molds were actually a thing. It was a dinner party staple, but honestly, it looked and tasted awful. Shaped into decorative molds, it was as unappetizing as it sounds. Tuna and gelatin simply don’t mix. Thankfully, this culinary horror has been left in the past where it belongs.

Garlic Ice Cream

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Garlic is great in pasta but in ice cream? Not so much. This flavor disaster appeared in the 2000s at some adventurous ice cream parlors. The strong, pungent taste of garlic doesn’t belong in a sweet treat. One lick and you’ll be reaching for mouthwash. At least it keeps the vampires away, right?

Pickle Juice Slushies

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Pickle juice slushies hit the scene in the 2010s as a quirky novelty drink. Cold, sour, and tangy, they left many feeling queasy. While some pickle lovers enjoyed them, most found them downright disgusting. Pickle juice belongs in the jar, not in a slushy machine. It’s an experiment we’re happy to leave behind.

Canned Cheeseburger

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A cheeseburger in a can sounds convenient, but it’s actually gross. This strange invention from the early 2000s promised a full meal on the go. The reality? A soggy bun and processed meat that didn’t taste good at all. Canned foods are fine, but a cheeseburger should be fresh. This is one burger that is best left in the can.

Bacon Flavored Toothpaste

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Bacon lovers, rejoice – or not. Bacon-flavored toothpaste hit the market in the 2010s, but it wasn’t the hit you’d expect. While bacon is great for breakfast, it doesn’t belong in your toothpaste. Minty, fresh breath is what we all need, not bacon breath. Plus, can you imagine your dentist’s reaction? Stick to regular toothpaste, please.

Caviar and White Chocolate

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Caviar and white chocolate sound luxurious, but together? Not so much. This upscale pairing appeared in high-end restaurants but didn’t win many fans. The salty taste of caviar clashes with sweet chocolate in the worst way. Sometimes, it’s best not to mess with the classics. Keep the caviar on crackers and the chocolate on its own.

Sweet Corn Ice Cream

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Sweet corn ice cream is a confusing dessert that popped up in the 2000s. Corn on the cob is delicious but in ice cream form? Not so much. The sweet and savory flavors don’t mix well. If you're feeling adventurous, try i — just don’t expect it to be your new favorite treat. Corn should stay on the cob!

Pizza Flavored Beer

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Pizza and beer are the ultimate combo, but pizza-flavored beer? That’s a no from us. This bizarre brew hit the market in the 2010s and left many wishing they’d stuck to the traditional pair. The cheesy, tomato flavors don’t translate well to a drink. We’ll take our pizza and beer separately, thank you very much.

Fried Brain Sandwich

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Fried brain sandwiches were once a delicacy, but now they’re more of a dare. Popular in certain regions in the mid-1900s, this dish has fallen out of favor. The texture and taste are as unsettling as they sound. If you’re brave enough to try it, hats off to you. For the rest of us, we’ll stick to more familiar fare.

Fish Head Pie

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Fish head pie is a traditional dish that’s more nightmare than dinner. Prevalent in some cultures, it features fish heads poking out of a pastry crust. The sight alone is enough to put anyone off their meal. While it might have historical significance, it’s not something we’re eager to try. Some traditions can stay in the past.

Chocolate Covered Onions

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Chocolate-covered onions are a pairing that should never have happened. This oddball treat popped up in the 2000s and left many regretting their curiosity. Sweet chocolate and pungent onions clash horribly. It’s a combination that misses the mark by a mile. Chocolate and onions are best enjoyed separately – trust us on this one.

Liver Ice Cream

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Liver ice cream is a daring flavor that didn’t win many fans. Appearing in some adventurous parlors in the 2010s, this flavor disaster left a bad taste in everyone’s mouth. Liver is an acquired taste but in ice cream? No, thank you. Some things are best left out of the ice cream parlor. We’ll stick to vanilla and chocolate.

Spaghetti-O Jello Ring

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Spaghetti-Os are a childhood favorite but in Jello form? That’s just wrong. This retro dish combined pasta with gelatin, creating a wobbly, off-putting experience. It was a thing in the 1950s but didn’t stand the test of time. It’s one concoction we’re glad stayed in the past. Let’s keep our Spaghetti-Os in the can where they belong.