Description

This adorable Hippity Hop Bunny Cake is the perfect centerpiece for your Easter celebration. Made with fluffy white cake, creamy vanilla frosting, and sweet coconut flakes for a fur-like texture, this festive cake is as fun to make as it is to eat. Decorated with candy and marshmallows, it brings the Easter Bunny to life in a delightful and delicious way.

Ingredients

For the cake:

1 package white cake mix (or your favorite homemade vanilla cake recipe)
Ingredients as per the cake mix instructions (typically eggs, oil, and water)

For the frosting and decorations:

- 1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting
- 1¾ cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
- 2 black jelly beans (for eyes)
- 1 pink jelly bean (for nose)
- 2 pink marshmallows (for cheeks)
- 1 large marshmallow (for tail)
- Pink decorator sugar
- 2 black licorice whips (for whiskers)
- Pink construction paper or card stock (for ears)

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Instructions

- Bake the Cake
  - Prepare the cake batter according to package instructions.
  - Divide the batter between two greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.
  - Bake as directed, then allow the cakes to cool completely on wire racks.
- Assemble the Bunny Shape
  - Place one whole cake layer in the center of a large serving platter to form the bunny’s head.
  - Cut two football-shaped pieces from the second cake layer to create the ears.
  - The remaining center piece will be used for the bow tie.
  - Arrange the ears at the top of the head and the bow tie below the head on the platter.
- Frost the Cake
  - Spread vanilla frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake pieces.
- Decorate the Bunny
  - Sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded coconut over the entire cake to give the bunny a fluffy appearance.
  - Place black jelly beans for the eyes and a pink jelly bean for the nose.
  - Add pink marshmallows to create the bunny’s cheeks.
  - Cut the black licorice into small strips and position them as whiskers.
  - Dip the large marshmallow in water, roll it in the remaining shredded coconut, and place it as the bunny’s tail.
  - Cut two ear shapes from pink construction paper, sprinkle them with pink decorator sugar, and insert them at the top of the cake.

Notes

- Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
- If you don’t like coconut, you can skip it or use finely grated white chocolate for texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Get creative with decorations! Use colored frosting, sprinkles, or candy to customize your bunny’s look.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American