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How to Make Adorable Easter Bunny Cupcakes
Nothing says “spring is here!” like a batch of fluffy adorable Easter Bunny Cupcakes smiling back at you from the kitchen counter.
These little cuties are more than just adorable—they’re a fun Easter treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
Whether you’re planning an Easter dinner, a spring baby shower, or just looking for a reason to frost cupcakes with your kids, this is the project that’ll hop straight to the top of your list.
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With marshmallow ears, coconut “fur,” and candy eyes, these easy bunny cupcakes bring big charm with simple ingredients.
The best part is that there’s no need to be a piping bag pro—you’ll be surprised how much fun you’ll have turning regular cupcakes into a parade of sweet little bunnies.
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Watch the Bunny Magic Happen 🐰🎥
Before you dive into frosting and sprinkles, check out the video below to see exactly how these Easter Bunny Cupcakes come together.
I walk you through the whole process—ear squishing, coconut dipping, and all!
Seeing it in action makes it way easier (and way more fun), especially if you’re decorating with little helpers.
And yes, it totally counts as an Easter activity.
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Here’s what you’ll need to bring these sweet little bunnies to life.
I like to prep everything in separate little bowls before I start—makes the decorating way easier and a whole lot more fun (especially if you’ve got kids bouncing around your kitchen).
- 🧁 Cupcakes of your choice – Use a box of cake mix or your favorite homemade recipe. I used yellow cupcakes, but these look adorable on chocolate cupcakes too.
- White frosting – Homemade buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or even good ol’ Betty Crocker. Just make sure it’s thick enough to hold those marshmallow ears.
- 🥥 Shredded coconut – For that fluffy bunny look.
- 1 large marshmallow – AKA regular size.
- 1 mini marshmallow – For those chubby little cheeks.
- 1 pink jelly bean – Cut in half for the nose.
- 1 black jelly bean – Cut in half for the eyes (or swap for chocolate chips or black sugar pearls).
- Licorice – Cut into ½-inch strands for whiskers.
- ✨ Pink sugar sprinkles – For the inside of the bunny ears.
- 🧁 Cute cupcake liners – Totally optional, but they make everything look extra festive.
All ingredients should be at room temperature for the easiest frosting experience (and to avoid wrestling cold cupcakes).
How to Make Easter Bunny Cupcakes Step by Step tutorial
Make sure your cupcakes are completely cool (room temperature is key!) before you start decorating. No one wants a frosting meltdown—literally.
Here’s how to bring your little bunnies to life:
1️⃣ Frost the cupcakes
Spread a generous dollop of white frosting over the top of each cupcake. You’ll want a little mound at the top to help support the ears. A butter knife works just fine, but an offset spatula or piping bag gives you a little more control if you’re feeling fancy.
2️⃣ Dip into coconut fluff
Turn that frosting-covered cupcake upside-down and gently press it into a bowl of shredded coconut until the top is nice and fuzzy. This is where things start looking extra cute.
3️⃣ Make the cute bunny ears
Squish your big marshmallow (to create longer ears) and cut it in thirds with kitchen shears! (halves are just too thick).—the two outside pieces are your ears. (Go ahead and eat the middle piece. You’ve earned it.)
Now if you’ve gone and made a horrible mistake and eaten one of the end thirds then there’s just no redemption. You’ve made a fatal and inexcusable error and you’ll just have to shove the whole errant marshmallow into your mouth to destroy the evidence. Now take a deep breath, look around suspiciously to make sure no one saw that, and start again from the last instruction.
4️⃣ Add the pink sprinkles
Dip the sticky sides of the marshmallow ear pieces into pink sugar. This gives your bunny that perfect touch of pink. Then gently press the ears into the frosting on top of the extra frosting.
5️⃣ Add the bunny face
- Place the pink jelly bean half in the center to make the bunny nose. (Oh my goodness. Another little bit of candy I don’t know what to do with.)
- Cut the mini marshmallow in half and place the halves to either side, and a bit lower, than the pink jelly bean to create the chubby cheeks.
- Place the black jelly beans apart to make the candy eyes. Pro tip: The bunny faces will look cuter if the eyes are placed farther apart.
- Stick three little licorice whiskers on each side of the cheeks for maximum bunny charm.
Stand back. Admire. Try not to squeal. Then repeat on the rest!
How cute is that!!!
They’re the perfect companion to the chick cupcake which also makes a delicious Easter dessert.
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Looking for more cute cupcake cousins and easy Easter desserts? These sweet treats are perfect for filling your table—or your Easter basket—with smiles.
🧁 Rose Bouquet Cupcakes – Elegant, candy-piped roses that are almost too pretty to eat. Almost.
🦋 Butterfly Cupcakes – Colorful wings made of pretzels? Yes, please.
🐥 Chick Easter Cupcakes – Fluffy little chicks with big personality.
🥚 Bird’s Nest Cookies – No baking required, just crunchy, chocolatey fun.
🍬 More Easter Treat Ideas – From cookies to cupcakes to crafty snacks, this roundup has it all.
🐰 Easter Bunny Cupcakes FAQs
Can I use different flavor cupcakes?
Absolutely. These bunnies aren’t picky! Use chocolate cupcakes, vanilla, coconut—even carrot cake if you’re feeling extra on-theme. Just make sure they’re completely cool before decorating.
What if I don’t like coconut?
No problem! You can skip the coconut and leave the frosting smooth, or use white sprinkles or crushed white chocolate flakes for a similar fuzzy look—minus the tropical vibes.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! You can decorate them the night before and store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Just keep them cool—no one wants melty bunny faces.
How do I get the ears to stay upright?
Make sure your frosting is thick and there’s a little mound on top of each cupcake. That gives the marshmallow bunny ears a cozy place to nestle in.
Can I use something other than jelly beans for the nose and eyes?
Totally. Try chocolate chips, mini M&Ms, or black sugar pearls for the eyes, and a pink sixlet or even a dot of pink frosting for the nose. Basically, raid your candy stash.
Are these good for kids to decorate?
Yes! Just be prepared for a few, um, interpretive bunny faces. Kids love squishing the marshmallows and dipping them in sugar—it’s a great way to let their creativity shine.
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These are darling!! I’m so bad at reading instructions I’d probably be the one eating several mallows before I got it right!. This little bunny is super cute. Great video too!!
How cute are these?! And they look so doable! My daughter would LOVE these!
Thanks Mauri, my daughters had a blast with them, I hope yours does too.
These are just too cute! I might make them with my kids, my daughters are bunny-crazed. Love the vid!
Hope you do. My kids sure had fun making them!
These are darling!! I’m so bad at reading instructions I’d probably be the one eating several mallows before I got it right! Ha ha. This little bunny is super cute. Great video too!!
There are worse things in life that having to eat our mistakes 🙂
oh my goodness!!! How adorable are these! I’m in love!!
Thank you Holly!
Love this!! You’re video is so great.. you make it look super easy to do!
Thanks! I’m glad the video helped..