Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls (Print View)

Soft cinnamon rolls shaped into bunnies with vanilla icing

# Ingredient List:

→ Dough

01 - 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
06 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 large eggs

→ Filling

08 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
09 - 2 tsp ground cinnamon
10 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

→ Icing

11 - 1 cup powdered sugar
12 - 2 tbsp milk
13 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Decoration

14 - Mini chocolate chips or raisins for eyes
15 - Pink sprinkles or colored sugar for noses

# How to Make:

01 - Combine warm milk and yeast in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
03 - Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
05 - Punch down dough and roll into a 16x10 inch rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
06 - Roll up the dough tightly from the long side and pinch the seam to seal.
07 - Cut into 12 equal pieces. Unroll each piece slightly and pinch one end to form ears, leaving the center rounded for the face.
08 - Place shaped rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes.
09 - Preheat the oven to 350°F during the final rise.
10 - Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown.
11 - Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make icing. Drizzle over warm rolls.
12 - Add chocolate chips or raisins for eyes and pink sprinkles for noses. Cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These fluffy cinnamon rolls transform into the most adorable Easter bunnies that will make everyone smile before they even take a bite
  • The dough is incredibly forgiving and rises beautifully every single time
  • You can prepare them the night before and wake up to ready to bake dough
02 -
  • The bunny ear shaping gets easier with each roll you make, so do not worry if the first few look a little wonky
  • Letting the dough rise in a slightly warm oven with just the light on creates the perfect environment
  • The icing must be drizzled while the rolls are still warm or it will not soak in properly
03 -
  • Use dental floss or unflavored thread to cut the dough for perfectly clean slices without squishing the rolls
  • Pinch the ears firmly so they hold their shape during baking without puffing up too much

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