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Easter Bunny Carrot Cake

Delicious Easter Bunny Carrot Cake for Your Sweet Celebration

Enjoy a whimsical Easter Bunny Carrot Cake that combines flavor and fun, perfect for your celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh to activate properly.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Can be replaced with nutmeg.
  • 3 large Eggs Use applesauce for a vegan alternative.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
  • ¾ cup Brown Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
  • ¾ cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil can be a substitute.
  • ¾ cup Buttermilk Use milk with a splash of vinegar as a substitute.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla can be an alternative.
  • 2 cups Grated Carrots Zucchini can be substituted.
  • 8 oz Crushed Pineapple Drained, grated apples can be an alternative.
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Omit for a coconut-free version.
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Omit for a nut-free version.
For the Buttermilk Glaze
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Essential for the glaze's purpose.
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used for a dairy-free alternative.
For the Mascarpone Frosting
  • 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese Ricotta can be used as a substitution.
  • cups Powdered Sugar Reduce amount to decrease sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • stand mixer
  • spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easter Bunny Carrot Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  3. In a stand mixer, combine ¾ cup of vegetable oil, ¾ cup of granulated sugar, ¾ cup of brown sugar, 3 large eggs, ¾ cup of buttermilk, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
  4. Gradually add your dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in 2 cups of grated carrots, 8 ounces of drained crushed pineapple, 1 cup of shredded coconut, and 1 cup of toasted chopped walnuts.
  6. Pour the cake batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While the cakes are baking, prepare the buttermilk glaze. Combine ½ cup of granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, ¾ cup of buttermilk, and ¼ cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan.
  8. Once cakes are done, let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Cut the first cake into shapes for the bunny. Arrange on a platter.
  10. In a mixing bowl, beat together 8 ounces of mascarpone cheese and ¼ cup of unsalted butter until fluffy. Gradually add 2½ cups of powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
  11. Frost the assembled bunny cake generously with the mascarpone frosting and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are room temperature for better mixing. Don't skip the glaze to enhance moisture.

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