Description
Hop into spring with this adorable Classic Easter Bunny Cake! A timeless tradition that brings joy and sweetness to your Easter celebration. This easy-to-follow bunny cake recipe is perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Frosting of your choice (vanilla, buttercream, or cream cheese work well)
- Shredded coconut
- Jelly beans and licorice for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add softened butter and milk, and mix until well combined. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract. Ensure batter is smooth.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, it’s time to shape the bunny. Place one cake on a serving plate. Use a sharp knife to cut the second cake as follows: cut two ear shapes from the top of the cake, a bow tie shape from the middle and use the remaining centre piece as the bunny’s body.
- Arrange the ear shapes at the top of the first cake to create the bunny’s head. Use cut parts to create a bow tie shape just below the head, use the remaining cake as the bunny’s body. You now have the basic shape of your Easter Bunny Cake!
- Frost the entire cake with your chosen frosting. Cover with shredded coconut for a furry appearance. Use jelly beans for eyes, nose, and buttons. Cut licorice strips for whiskers.
Notes
- Make sure your butter is properly softened for a smooth batter.
- Don’t overbake the cakes; check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool the cakes completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- Use a serrated knife for cleaner cuts when shaping the bunny.
- Get creative with decorations and involve the whole family!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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