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Mini Bunny Cake Cups: A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion


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  • Author: ating
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

Celebrate spring with these adorable Sweet Springtime Bunny Cups! Layers of fluffy Funfetti® strawberry cake, luscious strawberry jam, and creamy vanilla frosting come together in cute individual cups, topped with marshmallow bunny ears. Perfect for Easter or any festive occasion!


Ingredients

  • 1 box of Pillsbury™ Funfetti® Strawberry Cake & Cupcake Mix
  • Additional ingredients as per cake mix instructions (water, oil, eggs)
  • 23 tubs of Pillsbury™ Funfetti® Vanilla Frosting
  • Strawberry jam
  • Piping bags
  • Piping tip (number 2A)
  • Small plastic cups
  • Large marshmallows
  • Pink sanding sugar

Instructions

  1. Bake the Base – Prepare the cake mix following the instructions on the box for a 9×13 baking pan. Once baked, let it cool completely.
  2. Create Bite-Sized Cake Cubes – Cut the cooled cake into small cubes for easy layering.
  3. Fill the Piping Bags – Spoon the strawberry jam into a piping bag. In a separate piping bag fitted with an open round piping tip (number 2A), add the vanilla frosting.
  4. Layer the Sweetness – In small plastic cups, layer the cake cubes, piped strawberry jam, and frosting. Repeat the layers until the cups are filled. Sprinkle the included Funfetti sprinkles on top.
  5. Craft the Bunny Ears – Under adult supervision, carefully cut large marshmallows diagonally to form bunny ears. Press the sticky sides into pink sanding sugar and place them into each cup as adorable bunny ears.
  6. Serve and Enjoy – Your festive Mini Bunny Cake Cups are ready! Perfect for Easter celebrations or a fun dessert treat.

 


Notes

  • Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve for the freshest taste.
  • Get creative with flavors by swapping the strawberry jam for raspberry or chocolate spread.
  • Use pastel-colored sprinkles for an extra springtime touch.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Layering
  • Cuisine: American