Vanessa Smith
@vsmith
Delicious Bunny Cake
A delightful and whimsical bunny-shaped cake that's perfect for celebrations and special occasions. This cake is moist, flavorful, and beautifully frosted, making it a showstopper at any gathering.
Details
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:15
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Recipe Information
- Prep time50 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time80 min.
- Servings10
Ingredients
- 3 cups
- 1 3/4 teaspoons
- 1 1/4 teaspoons
- 1 1/3 cups
- 1 1/2 teaspoons
- 1 1/4 teaspoons
- 3/4 teaspoon
- 1 1/8 cups
- 2 cups
- 4
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 4 cups
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious Bunny Cake.
Step 1
Start by placing a rack in the lower third of your oven and preheating it to 325°F (165°C). This ensures even baking for your cake.
Step 2
Next, grab your favorite cake mold—whether it's a bunny or a train—and grease it with vegetable shortening, then dust it with flour to prevent sticking.
Step 3
In a bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This step is crucial for a light and fluffy cake, so don’t skip it!
Step 4
In another bowl, mix the milk, lemon extract, vanilla extract, and orange extract. This fragrant mixture will add a lovely flavor to your cake.
Step 5
Now, in a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until it’s creamy and smooth—about 1 to 2 minutes. Then, gradually add the white sugar and continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 5 minutes. Remember to scrape the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure everything is well combined.
Step 6
Add the eggs one at a time, making sure to beat each one in thoroughly before adding the next. This helps to create a rich and moist cake.
Step 7
Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk mixture. Start and end with the flour mixture, and be careful not to overbeat. Just mix until everything is combined, and scrape the bowl as needed.
Step 8
Pour the batter evenly into your prepared cake pan, spreading it out gently with a spatula.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the cake is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The aroma will be irresistible!
Step 10
Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 15 minutes. Then, carefully invert the pan to remove the cake and allow it to cool completely on the rack for 3 to 4 hours. Patience is key here!
Step 11
For the frosting, beat together the vegetable shortening, 1/2 cup of butter, confectioners' sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and clear vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This will be the perfect topping for your cake!
Step 12
To decorate, pack the frosting into a heavy resealable plastic bag, pushing it into one corner. Clip a small corner off the bag and pipe the frosting onto the cooled cake in your desired pattern. Get creative and have fun with it!