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Adorable Easter Bunny Cupcakes

Adorable Easter Bunny Cupcakes

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Total Time: 43 minutes
  • Yield: 21 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Easter Bunny Cupcakes are as adorable as they are delicious! Made with soft and moist coconut-infused cupcakes and topped with fluffy coconut marshmallow frosting, they are the perfect festive treat for Easter. Decorated with marshmallow and coconut bunny ears and a cute pink nose, these cupcakes will be a hit at any Easter gathering. Whether youโ€™re looking for Easter desserts, Easter recipes for kids, or Easter food ideas, these cupcakes will bring joy to your holiday table!


Ingredients

Units Scale

Coconut Cupcakes

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cup canned coconut milk, unsweetened and well mixed
  • 2 teaspoons coconut extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coconut Marshmallow Frosting

  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 cup marshmallow fluff
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons coconut extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Cupcake Decorating

  • 21 normal-sized marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 21 pink-colored M&Mโ€™s

Instructions

Coconut Cupcakes

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF and line two cupcake tins with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the oil and sugar on medium speed for 1 minute.
  4. Add the egg, egg whites, coconut milk, coconut extract, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined. (Lumps from the coconut milk are normal.)
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Fill cupcake liners โ…” full and bake for 5 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350ยฐF and continue baking for 13-17 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove cupcakes from the tins and place them on a wire rack to cool completely.

Coconut Marshmallow Frosting

  1. In a large bowl, beat the butter on medium-high speed for 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the sifted powdered sugar, marshmallow fluff, vanilla extract, coconut extract, and salt. Mix on low speed, then increase to medium-high and beat for 1 more minute until fluffy.

Cupcake Decorating

  1. Cut each marshmallow in half diagonally with kitchen shears to create bunny ears.
  2. Dip the sticky side of each marshmallow into the shredded coconut until well covered.
  3. Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or spatula.
  4. Place two marshmallow ears on top of each cupcake.
  5. Add a pink M&M as the bunnyโ€™s nose.

Notes

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy.
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for even mixing.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before decorating to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg