Description
Easter Bunny Cake is a delightful springtime dessert that brings joy to any celebration. With its fluffy layers of moist cake and creamy frosting, this whimsical treat is perfect for Easter brunch or festive gatherings. Adorned with vibrant pastel colors and playful decorations, the Easter Bunny Cake not only looks stunning but also creates cherished memories around the table with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- Food coloring (gel)
- ½ cup coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans with butter and dust with flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually alternate adding cake flour mixed with baking powder and milk until the batter is smooth; do not overmix.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat together powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, and food coloring until fluffy.
- Frost between layers and on top of the cooled cakes. Decorate with coconut flakes, candy eyes, and more as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For a nutty twist, substitute almond extract for vanilla. Customize decorations using jelly beans or chocolate eggs for added flair. Ensure cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.