These adorable Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect festive breakfast or dessert—soft, fluffy, and topped with sweet icing and playful bunny faces made from simple ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Kid-friendly fun – Perfect for little helpers in the kitchen.
- Festive and cute – Bunny shapes bring Easter cheer to your table.
- Quick and easy – Minimal ingredients and no prep dough needed.
- Customizable – Swap decorations or use homemade rolls if desired.
- Perfect for brunch or dessert – Sweet and satisfying for any spring occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 can (13 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Flaky Cinnamon Rolls with Butter Cream Icing (8 count)
- 8 semisweet chocolate chips (for eyes)
- 4 red baking chips or candy-coated chocolate candies (for noses)
- 8 almond slices (for teeth)
Directions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (or 325°F if using a nonstick cookie sheet). - Shape the Bunnies:
Open the cinnamon rolls and set the icing aside.
Unroll one end of each roll and shape it into two bunny ears. Gently pinch to attach the ears to the top of the roll. - Bake:
Place the bunny rolls on an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing 1–2 inches apart.
Bake for 13–16 minutes or until golden brown. - Decorate:
Allow the rolls to cool slightly, then drizzle with reserved icing.
Place two chocolate chips as eyes, one red candy as the nose, and two almond slices for bunny teeth. - Serve:
Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite Easter brunch spread or as a cute holiday dessert!
Servings and Timing
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 8
Variations
- Homemade Rolls: Use homemade cinnamon roll dough if you prefer from-scratch baking.
- Colorful Decor: Use colored icing, pastel sprinkles, or edible glitter for extra fun.
- Bunny Ears Variation: Try cutting mini marshmallows in half diagonally and dipping the sticky side in pink sugar for ears.
- Filling Add-ins: Sprinkle chopped nuts or raisins before baking for extra texture.
- Chocolate Drizzle: Swap icing with a drizzle of melted white or milk chocolate.
Storage/Reheating
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds to warm before serving.
- Freezing: Freeze undecorated baked rolls. Thaw and decorate before serving.
FAQs
Can I use a different brand of cinnamon rolls?
Yes, any refrigerated cinnamon rolls will work similarly, though baking time may vary slightly.
Can I make these in advance?
Yes! Bake and shape the rolls, then decorate right before serving.
How can I make these dairy-free?
Use a dairy-free cinnamon roll brand and substitute icing and candies with vegan alternatives.
What if I don’t have almond slices?
Use white chocolate chips or small pieces of marshmallow instead.
How do I keep the bunny ears in place?
Gently pinch and press the dough where it connects to secure them.
Can I make mini versions?
Use smaller cinnamon rolls or cut the dough in half before shaping.
Are these good for classroom parties?
Yes, they’re great for kids and easy to transport.
Can I add food coloring to the icing?
Absolutely! Add a few drops to match your Easter theme.
What else can I use for eyes and nose?
Mini M&Ms, raisins, or icing dots all work well.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
No, the rolls have enough butter to bake well on an ungreased sheet.
Conclusion
These Fluffy Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls bring the joy of spring to your table in the most delicious way. With buttery cinnamon goodness and whimsical decorations, they’re a fun and festive treat to celebrate Easter with the whole family.
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Fluffy Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These adorable Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and topped with sweet icing and cute bunny faces—perfect for a festive treat!
Ingredients
1 can (13 oz) Pillsbury™ Flaky Cinnamon Rolls with Butter Cream Icing (8 count)
8 semisweet chocolate chips (for eyes)
4 red baking chips or candy-coated chocolate candies (for noses)
8 almond slices (for teeth)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (or 325°F if using a nonstick baking sheet).
Shape the Bunnies:
Open the cinnamon rolls and set aside the icing.
Unroll one end of each roll and shape into two bunny ears.
Pinch gently to secure the ears at the top.
Bake:
Arrange rolls on an ungreased cookie sheet, spaced 1–2 inches apart.
Bake for 13–16 minutes or until golden brown.
Decorate:
Let rolls cool slightly.
Drizzle with reserved icing.
Add chocolate chips for eyes, a red candy for the nose, and almond slices for teeth.
Serve:
Enjoy warm with your Easter brunch or as a delightful spring treat!
Notes
Great activity for kids to decorate their own bunny rolls.
Swap in raisins or mini marshmallows for alternate decorations.
Serve with fruit or yogurt for a balanced Easter breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
