Among these inspired practical jokes are a variety of genius food pranks including dousing donuts in flour to make them appear as though they're sweet powdered confections, as well as swapping out chocolate sandwich filling for toothpaste to deliver a minty surprise when your prey takes a bite.

The holiday has become an annual tradition for companies to connect with consumers and test potential concepts that could one day become reality.

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April Fools' Day, which is Wednesday, April 1, likely began in the 15th century. But now it's become more of marketing mischief by big brands.

Nothing tickles fast food fans quite like an April Fools' Day prank – something these iconic chains know all too well, judging by the pranks of years gone by.