Description
This Bunny Carrot Cake is a charming and delicious dessert featuring moist carrot cake layers spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, layered and frosted with creamy sweetened cream cheese frosting. Perfectly decorated to resemble a bunny, it’s an adorable treat that’s ideal for celebrations like Easter or springtime gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups finely grated carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper to ensure easy cake release.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix thoroughly to distribute the spices and leavening agents evenly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth and well combined. Stir in the finely grated carrots, ensuring they are evenly incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until all ingredients are blended. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake the Cakes: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few crumbs attached. Once done, remove cakes from oven and allow them to cool completely in the pans before removing.
- Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until the frosting is smooth, creamy, and fluffy. This will be used to frost and decorate the cake.
- Shape the Bunny Cake: Take one of the cooled cakes and carefully cut shapes to form the bunny’s ears and bow tie. Arrange the cake layers and cut pieces on a serving platter in the shape of a bunny.
- Frost and Decorate: Generously frost the assembled bunny cake with the cream cheese frosting. Decorate with coconut flakes, candies, sprinkles, or any preferred edible decorations to enhance the bunny’s features and add visual appeal.
Notes
- Make sure carrots are finely grated for even texture and moisture distribution in the cake.
- Do not overmix the batter once the dry and wet ingredients are combined to keep the cake light and tender.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting or sliding of the cream cheese frosting.
- Feel free to customize the decorations to suit the occasion or personal preference.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to make frosting smoother and easier to whip.
