Save Adorable chocolate cupcakes decorated to resemble a bunny burrow, perfect for spring celebrations or Easter gatherings. Moist chocolate cupcakes are topped with luscious chocolate buttercream, cookie crumb soil, and playful fondant bunny feet peeking out of the burrow.
This recipe was a hit at our family Easter party and brought so much joy to the kids with its cute bunny design.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 1/2 cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 1/2 cup (110 g) light brown sugar: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 1 tsp baking powder: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 1/2 tsp baking soda: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 1/4 tsp salt: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 2 large eggs room temperature: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 2/3 cup (160 ml) whole milk: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract: for the chocolate cupcakes
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter softened: for the chocolate buttercream
- 1 3/4 cups (220 g) powdered sugar: for the chocolate buttercream
- 1/3 cup (35 g) unsweetened cocoa powder: for the chocolate buttercream
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) milk: for the chocolate buttercream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract: for the chocolate buttercream
- Pinch of salt: for the chocolate buttercream
- 6 chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g. Oreos) crushed: for decorating
- 24 mini white marshmallows: for decorating
- Pink decorating gel or pink fondant: for decorating
- 1/2 cup (100 g) white fondant: for decorating
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, both sugars, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until just combined.
- Step 4:
- Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners. Bake for 18 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 5:
- For the buttercream Beat butter until creamy. Sift in powdered sugar and cocoa powder beat until smooth. Mix in milk, vanilla, and salt until fluffy.
- Step 6:
- Once cupcakes are cool, frost tops with chocolate buttercream, creating mounds to resemble earth.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle crushed chocolate cookies over the buttercream to simulate soil.
- Step 8:
- Shape white fondant into small ovals for bunny feet and a round ball for the tail. Use pink gel or fondant to add paw pads to the feet.
- Step 9:
- Place two feet and one tail on each cupcake so it looks like a bunny diving into its burrow. Optionally, use mini marshmallows for extra tail fluff.
- Step 10:
- Arrange cupcakes on a tray to form a playful bunny burrow scene.
Save These cupcakes always bring a smile and create warm family moments especially during spring gatherings and Easter.
Notes
Pair with a light, fruity Moscato or berry lemonade for kids
Required Tools
12-cup muffin tin Mixing bowls Electric mixer or whisk Sifter Piping bag or spatula Rolling pin (for fondant) Small offset spatula or butter knife
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk, and may contain soy (from cookies) Some decorations may contain artificial colors Always check labels if allergies are a concern
Save These playful bunny burrow cupcakes are a delightful treat perfect for any spring occasion.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → What ingredients create the chocolate cupcake base?
The base uses all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated and light brown sugars, baking powder, baking soda, salt, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract for a moist texture.
- → How is the chocolate buttercream frosting made?
Buttercream combines softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, whipped until smooth and fluffy.
- → What gives the cupcake its 'burrow' appearance?
Crushed chocolate sandwich cookies mimic soil, while fondant shaped into bunny feet and tails adds a playful, burrow-inspired decoration atop each cupcake.
- → Can these be adapted for dietary restrictions?
Yes, substituting gluten-free flour and cookies can accommodate gluten-free diets, while maintaining cupcake moistness and decoration style.
- → What baking tools are recommended?
A 12-cup muffin tin, mixing bowls, electric mixer or whisk, sifter, piping bag or spatula, rolling pin, and small offset spatula help achieve the best results.