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Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls

Celebrate Easter with these delightful cinnamon rolls shaped like bunnies, a cozy breakfast treat perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Festive
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C) Helps the yeast bloom.
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast One packet.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Plus extra for brushing.
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature.
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour Swap half for whole wheat for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Filling Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Vanilla Icing Ingredients
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3–4 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Decorations
  • mini chocolate chips For eyes.
  • sliced almonds For ears.
  • pastel sprinkles For decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk warm milk with sugar and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine melted butter and eggs, then stir in the foamy milk. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until it forms a soft dough.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Rolling and Shaping
  1. Roll dough into a large rectangle, brush with softened butter, and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly.
  2. Roll tightly into a log and cut into 1 1/4-inch slices. To create bunnies, use a small slit to make ears on each roll or shape with a cookie cutter.
Baking
  1. Place rolls in a greased pan, let rise for 20–30 minutes, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–22 minutes until golden.
  2. Let cool slightly, then drizzle with vanilla icing and decorate with mini chocolate chips for eyes and almonds for ears.

Notes

For lighter rolls, swap half the butter in the filling for applesauce and add a hint of nutmeg. You can assemble rolls in advance and refrigerate overnight for hassle-free baking.