Description
These Reese’s Cup Easter Bunny Cupcakes are a delicious and adorable Easter treat! Moist chocolate cupcakes are topped with fluffy frosting, decorated with Reese’s peanut butter cups, and transformed into cute bunny faces with candy details. Perfect for Easter parties and family fun!
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Bunny Decorations:
- 12 mini Reese’s peanut butter cups (for the bunny face)
- 24 large marshmallows (for the ears)
- Pink sanding sugar or sprinkles (for inside the ears)
- 24 mini chocolate chips (for eyes)
- 12 pink M&Ms or jellybeans (for the nose)
- White sprinkles or coconut flakes (for fur, optional)
Instructions
Make the Cupcakes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk sugar, brown sugar, and oil. Add eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Divide batter evenly into cupcake liners, filling ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
2. Make the Frosting:
- Beat butter until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating on low speed.
- Add heavy cream, vanilla, and salt. Beat until fluffy.
- Transfer frosting to a piping bag.
3. Assemble the Bunny Cupcakes:
- Frost the Cupcakes: Pipe a swirl of frosting onto each cupcake.
- Make the Bunny Faces:
- Place a mini Reese’s cup in the center for the bunny face.
- Use mini chocolate chips for eyes and a pink M&M for the nose.
- Create Bunny Ears:
- Cut marshmallows in half diagonally to create ear shapes.
- Dip the sticky side into pink sanding sugar.
- Press the ears into the top of the frosting.
- Add Finishing Touches: Sprinkle coconut flakes for a fluffy fur effect (optional).
4. Serve & Enjoy!
- Display on a cute Easter platter and enjoy with family and friends!
Notes
- No buttermilk? Substitute with ½ cup milk + ½ tbsp vinegar or lemon juice.
- Make it extra fun with shredded coconut for a “furry” bunny look.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.