Sparkle Easter Bunny Cake (Print out)

Moist vanilla cake shaped like a bunny, topped with buttery frosting and gold sprinkles for a festive touch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cake

01 - 2½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2½ teaspoons baking powder
03 - ½ teaspoon salt
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 2 cups granulated sugar
06 - 4 large eggs, room temperature
07 - 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
08 - 1 cup whole milk

→ Buttercream Frosting

09 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
11 - 2-3 tablespoons whole milk
12 - 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
13 - Pinch of salt

→ Decoration

14 - 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
15 - Pink gel food coloring
16 - 2 large marshmallows
17 - 2 mini marshmallows
18 - Black licorice laces or black gel icing
19 - Gold sprinkles

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
05 - Alternately add flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
06 - Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
07 - Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks and cool completely.
08 - Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt. Beat until fluffy and smooth.
09 - Place one cake round as the bunny face. Cut two ovals from the second round for ears and use the remaining piece for the bowtie. Arrange on a large platter to form the bunny shape.
10 - Frost entire cake with a thin layer, chill for 20 minutes, then apply a thick, even layer of buttercream.
11 - Press shredded coconut onto the frosted areas for fur texture.
12 - Tint a small amount of coconut with pink food coloring for the inner ears and nose. Arrange accordingly.
13 - Use marshmallows for cheeks and teeth. Apply black licorice laces or gel for whiskers and eyes.
14 - Decorate with gold sprinkles for a sparkling, festive finish.
15 - Serve and enjoy with preferred beverages or accompaniments.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A show-stopping centerpiece that doubles as entertainment and dessert
  • Moist, tender vanilla cake with a classic American flavor profile
  • Fun and creative decorating process perfect for family baking projects
  • Beautiful texture contrast between smooth buttercream and fluffy coconut
  • Customizable with different colors and decoration styles
  • Makes enough to serve a crowd at holiday gatherings
02 -
  • Use a turntable when frosting to achieve smooth, even coverage around the curved bunny shape
  • Toast a small amount of coconut lightly for added depth and a subtle nutty flavor
  • Freeze the cut cake pieces for 15 minutes before frosting to make them easier to handle
  • Keep extra buttercream on hand for touch-ups after applying the coconut
  • Use gel food coloring instead of liquid for more vibrant colors without adding excess moisture
  • Position the marshmallow cheeks and teeth before adding coconut to ensure they stay visible
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