Description
These adorable Easter Bunny Butt Cupcakes are a fun and festive treat perfect for springtime celebrations. Made with a colorful Funfetti cake base, they are topped with creamy vanilla frosting, green-tinted coconut ‘grass,’ and playful bunny foot decorations that will delight kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box Funfetti cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1 cup water
Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3-5 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
Decorations
- Shredded coconut (enough to coat cupcakes)
- Green food coloring (a few drops to tint coconut)
- Mini pink marshmallows (for bunny tails)
- Royal icing bunny feet transfers
Instructions
- Prepare the Funfetti Cupcakes: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the Funfetti cake mix with 3 eggs, 1/2 cup of oil, and 1 cup of water. Mix until the batter is smooth and well incorporated. Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter. Bake for approximately 21 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating. Add the vanilla extract and 3 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream, mixing well. If the frosting is too stiff, add up to 2 more tablespoons of cream until smooth and spreadable.
- Tint the Coconut ‘Grass’: Place shredded coconut in a small bowl, add a few drops of green food coloring, and toss until the coconut is evenly colored. Set aside to dry slightly.
- Assemble the Bunny Butt Cupcakes: Using a spatula or piping bag, frost each cooled cupcake with a thick layer of vanilla buttercream. Press the green-colored coconut gently onto the sides and top of the frosting to look like grass. Attach 2-3 mini pink marshmallows to the back of each cupcake as the bunny’s tail, using a small dab of frosting to adhere if needed. Finally, place royal icing bunny feet transfers near the ‘tail’ on each cupcake to complete the bunny butt appearance.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the cupcakes on a festive platter and serve at your Easter or springtime gathering.
Notes
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- If you don’t have green food coloring, you can use matcha powder or spinach powder for a natural tint.
- Royal icing bunny feet transfers can be purchased online or made at home ahead of time.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter and cream with vegan alternatives.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
