Delicious Bunny Cake: The Ultimate Easter Showstopper Recipe
This Bunny Cake combines moist carrot cake with a whimsical presentation, perfect for Easter celebrations.
Equipment
- 8-inch cake pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Oven
- Wire rack
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 160 g Light or Dark Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture.
- 50 g Neutral Oil Keeps the cake moist.
- 50 g Granulated Sugar Enhances sweetness and texture.
- 2 large Eggs Provides structure and moisture.
- 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Imparts a warm flavor.
- 150 g All-Purpose Flour Supplies structure.
- 1 tsp Baking Powder Leavens the cake.
- Ground Spices (Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg) Adds warmth and complexity.
- 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt Balances sweetness.
- 110 g Grated Carrots Provides natural sweetness and moisture.
For the Frosting
- 3 sticks Unsalted Butter Creates a creamy frosting.
- 690 g Confectioners’ Sugar For frosting sweetness and texture.
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Adjusts frosting consistency.
For Decoration
- 340 g Sweetened Shredded Coconut Mimics bunny fur.
- Rice Krispies Treats Creates bunny ears.
- Pink Sanding Sugar For decoration.
- Jelly Beans For decoration.
- Green Food Coloring For decoration.
Instructions
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch cake pan with cooking spray.
- Mix together brown sugar, granulated sugar, neutral oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until fully combined.
- Whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground spices, and kosher salt in another bowl.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients by gradually adding the flour mixture to the sugar mix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
- Prepare the frosting by creaming the room temperature butter with the confectioners' sugar.
- Frost the cooled cake generously with the buttercream and refrigerate to set it for about 30 minutes.
- Decorate with sweetened shredded coconut to mimic bunny fur.
Notes
Optional: Add a sprinkle of extra shredded coconut on top before serving for a festive touch.