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Bunny Cake

Delicious Bunny Cake – A Festive Treat for Everyone!

Bunny Cake is a fluffy carrot cake with creamy coconut frosting, perfect for Easter celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Spray Prevents sticking to the pans for easy removal.
  • 1 cup Light or Dark Brown Sugar Adds moisture and depth of flavor to the cake.
  • 1/2 cup Neutral Oil Coconut or canola; ensures the cake remains moist.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with a sugar alternative to lower calories.
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for structure; bring to room temperature.
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavor profile of the cake.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Key leavening agent for a light rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Works with baking powder for tenderness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Offers warmth and aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Adds hint of spice; adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional, adds depth of flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 2 cups Grated Carrots Adds moisture and flavor; freshly grated is best.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature for creamy texture.
  • 4 cups Confectioners' Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Brings richness; avoid low-fat alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon More Vanilla Extract For extra flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances sweetness.
For the Decoration
  • 2 cups Sweetened Shredded Coconut Mimics bunny fur appearance.
  • 2 cups Rice Krispies Treats Sculpted to form the ears.
  • 1 tablespoon Pink Sanding Sugar For decorative touch on ears.
  • 10 pieces Jelly Beans For eyes and nose.
  • 1 drop Green Food Coloring Optional for decoration.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Serrated Knife
  • Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together both sugars, neutral oil, room temperature eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg (if using), kosher salt, and freshly grated carrots until the batter is smooth.
  4. Divide the prepared cake batter evenly between the two greased pans, smoothing the tops for even baking.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  6. Once the cakes are cooled, level the tops of both layers with a serrated knife.
  7. Cut one of the cakes in half diagonally to form the ears, placing the whole layer on a serving platter.
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy, then add confectioners' sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and kosher salt, beating until fluffy.
  9. Apply a thin crumb coat of frosting and chill for 30 minutes before adding a thicker layer of frosting.
  10. Cover the cake with shredded coconut, shape Rice Krispies treats for ears, and decorate with jelly beans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize the decorations based on your preferences. Ensure room temperature ingredients for a smoother frosting.

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