Somebunny Loves You Easter Cake
Celebrate spring in the sweetest way with this adorable "Somebunny Loves You Easter Cake"! This whimsical dessert features moist, fluffy vanilla cake layers, perfectly complemented by a creamy, pastel-colored buttercream frosting. Decorated with candy bunny shapes, vibrant flowers, and optional shredded coconut for a playful grassy effect, this Easter centerpiece is as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Perfectly portioned to serve 12, it’s the ultimate festive treat for family gatherings or Easter brunch. With just 30 minutes of prep, this fun and easy cake is a must-try for creating joyful holiday memories.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 3 drops each food coloring (pink, green, and yellow)
- 1 package small candy decorations (bunny shapes, flowers, etc.)
- 1 cup shredded coconut (optional, for grass effect)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the softened butter into the dry mix and blend with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour in the milk gradually, mixing on low speed until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the buttercream frosting by beating the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy. Divide the frosting into separate bowls and tint with food coloring as desired.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate the cake with candy bunny shapes, flowers, and colored frosting details. Sprinkle with shredded coconut for a grassy appearance if desired.
Chill the cake for 30 minutes to set the decorations before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 294.3 g | 377% | |
| Saturated Fat | 196.8 g | 984% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1290 mg | 430% | |
| Sodium | 2816 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 557.6 g | 203% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.8 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 235.6 g | ||
| Protein | 80.3 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 551 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 1718 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
