Easy Bunny Cake

Dairy Free
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Easy Bunny Cake
130 min.
16
127kcal

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Get ready to hop into the world of delightful desserts with our Easy Bunny Cake! This charming cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously fun treat that’s perfect for any occasion, especially during springtime celebrations or Easter gatherings. With its vibrant colors and playful design, this cake is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

What makes this Bunny Cake truly special is its dairy-free nature, allowing everyone to indulge without worry. The cake is made using the beloved Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® yellow cake mix, ensuring a moist and fluffy texture that pairs perfectly with the rich and creamy vanilla frosting. The addition of neon gel food colors brings the cake to life, transforming it into an adorable bunny that will steal the show.

Not only is this cake visually appealing, but it also offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The chewy jelly beans, fluffy marshmallows, and tangy sour candy create a playful experience with every bite. Plus, the simple assembly process makes it easy for bakers of all skill levels to create their own bunny masterpiece.

So gather your friends and family, and let’s get baking! This Easy Bunny Cake is not just a dessert; it’s a fun-filled activity that will create lasting memories. With a total preparation time of just 130 minutes, you’ll have a stunning centerpiece that’s ready to impress in no time!

Ingredients

  • large m&m candies 
  • 16 servings purple gel food coloring betty crocker®
  • pieces xantham gum white rectangular-shaped cut in half
  • small gourmet jelly beans cut in half
  • strips m&m candies sour separated (5-inch)
  • large marshmallows 
  • 16 servings you will also need: parchment paper (inedible)
  • containers vanilla frosting betty crocker®
  • box cake mix yellow betty crocker® supermoist®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Make, bake and cool cake as directed on box for two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In medium bowl, tint 1 container frosting with neon purple food color. Using 1 cake round, cut in half to form 2 semicircles. Put halves together with 1/4 cup frosting to form body.
  3. Place upright on serving plate, cut side down.
  4. Frost cake with frosting.
  5. Cut ears from construction paper; wrap ends that will be inserted into cake with plastic food wrap. Insert into cake. Using toothpicks to attach, use 2 small marshmallow halves and 2 small jelly bean halves for eyes. Use large jelly bean for nose and sour candy strips for whiskers.
  6. Place gum halves just below nose for teeth. Use large marshmallow for tail.
  7. Repeat with remaining cake to make second bunny, using neon pink food color. Frost and decorate as above.
  8. Remove ears, plastic wrap and toothpicks before serving. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories127kcal
Protein4.13%
Fat6.99%
Carbs88.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.47
Glycemic Load
0.47
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.4821739032379%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:127.25kcal
6.36%
Fat:0.99g
1.53%
Saturated Fat:0.57g
3.54%
Carbohydrates:28.41g
9.47%
Net Carbohydrates:27.89g
10.14%
Sugar:14.82g
16.47%
Cholesterol:0.13mg
0.04%
Sodium:242.16mg
10.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.32g
2.64%
Phosphorus:101.08mg
10.11%
Calcium:68.97mg
6.9%
Folate:22.85µg
5.71%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.32%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.64%
Vitamin B3:0.8mg
4.02%
Iron:0.71mg
3.97%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.41%
Fiber:0.52g
2.08%
Vitamin E:0.3mg
1.99%
Selenium:1.27µg
1.81%
Copper:0.03mg
1.28%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.26%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.18%