Easy Easter Bunny Cake Recipe

If you’re on the hunt for a delightful dessert to wow your family this Easter, look no further! This Easter Bunny Cake is not only adorable but also delicious. Perfect for baking enthusiasts, home bakers, and parents looking for a fun project, this recipe will guide you through creating a bunny-shaped cake that’s sure to be the centerpiece of your Easter table. Grab your apron, because we’re about to hop into the kitchen and make magic happen!

Ingredients

Before we get started, let’s make sure you have everything you need to bring your bunny cake to life.

Cake Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk

Frosting Ingredients

• 2 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2–3 tbsp heavy cream

Decoration Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded coconut (optional, for fur effect)
• Assorted candies (e.g., jelly beans, licorice, sprinkles) for the face and decorations
• Pink food coloring for accents

Equipment

Before we bake, make sure you’ve got these tools ready to go. Trust me, it’s always better to have everything on hand!

• 2 Round 8-inch cake pans
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula
• Electric mixer (or hand mixer)
• Serrated knife (for carving)
• Piping bags and tips
• Offset spatula (for frosting)

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How to Make an Easter Bunny Cake

Time to bake and build your bunny masterpiece! Just follow these step-by-step instructions, and you’ll have an Easter showstopper in no time.

1. Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C). Grease and lightly flour the two 8-inch cake pans to prevent sticking.

2. Mix the Batter

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Using a mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
• Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until the batter is smooth.

3. Bake the Cakes

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Make the Frosting

• Beat the butter with a mixer until creamy.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and mix well. Add the vanilla extract and heavy cream (start with 2 tbsp, and add more if needed for consistency).
• Beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.

5. Shape the Bunny

Once the cakes have cooled completely, it’s time to carve your bunny shape!

1. Leave one round cake intact—this will be the bunny’s face.
2. Cut the other round cake into three pieces—two ears and a bowtie. Just imagine it as breaking the cake into a crescent (ears) and a smaller oval center (bowtie). See? Simple! Arrange the pieces in the bunny shape.

6. Frost the Bunny

Spread a thin layer of frosting (crumb coat) over the bunny cake to seal in any crumbs. Refrigerate for 20 minutes, then apply a second, thicker layer of frosting with your offset spatula.

7. Add Decorations

Now the fun begins! Cover the bunny with shredded coconut to create the bunny’s “fur.” Use jelly beans for the eyes, licorice for the whiskers, and pink food-colored frosting for the nose and inner ears. Get creative and make it your own!

Decoration Ideas

• Whimsical Bunny: Add pastel-colored frosting flowers around the base to give your bunny cake a magical spring garden look.
• Candy Explosion: Use brightly colored candies and sprinkles to create a playful vibe.
• Textured Fur: Instead of shredded coconut, pipe small frosting rosettes all over the bunny for a fluffy appearance.

Remember, there’s no wrong way to decorate—just have fun!

Tips & Tricks for the Perfect Easter Bunny Cake

• Level Your Cakes: Use a serrated knife to level the tops of your cakes before stacking and carving. This helps your bunny assemble evenly.
• Chill for Clean Cuts: Put your cakes in the fridge for about 30 minutes before carving—they’ll be easier to cut and shape.
• Prevent Crumbs: Always apply a crumb coat before your final frosting layer for a clean, polished look.
• Decorate with Kids: If you’re baking with little ones, set out small bowls of candies for decorating—it’s a fun way to involve them in making family memories!

Show Off Your Creation

Now it’s your turn to hop into the kitchen and bring this Easter Bunny Cake recipe to life. Whether it’s for a family gathering or just because you love a creative baking project, this cake is bound to be a hit. Don’t forget to share your masterpiece with us on social media by tagging #MyBunnyCake—because we can’t wait to see your creations!

Happy Easter and happy baking!

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