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Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls

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These fluffy, bakery-style cinnamon rolls are shaped like adorable bunnies, making them a festive and crowd-pleasing treat for Easter brunch or any spring celebration. Soft, gooey, and topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze, they’re easy to make and guaranteed to bring smiles to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed (for filling)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • Pinch of salt (for filling)
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened (for glaze)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • 1–2 tablespoons whole milk (for glaze)
  • Mini chocolate chips or raisins (optional, for decorating)
  • Pink sanding sugar or pastel sprinkles (optional, for decorating)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk warm milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead with a stand mixer (6–7 minutes) or by hand (8–10 minutes) until smooth and elastic.
  2. First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (45–60 minutes).
  3. Make the Cinnamon Filling: Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until well combined.
  4. Shape the Bunny Rolls: Roll dough into a 12×16 inch rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread filling evenly. Cut into 12 long strips. Roll one strip into a coil for the bunny body. Cut a second strip in half and shape each half into a ‘U’ for bunny ears. Pinch ears to the top of the body. Transfer shaped bunnies to a lined baking sheet or pan.
  5. Second Rise: Cover rolls loosely and let rise until puffy (20–30 minutes).
  6. Bake the Rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
  8. Decorate & Serve: Let rolls cool slightly, drizzle with glaze, and decorate with mini chocolate chips or raisins for eyes and pink sugar for noses if desired.

Notes

Let dough rise in a warm spot for best results. Knead thoroughly for fluffiness. Shape bunny ears loosely so they puff up in the oven. Glaze rolls while warm for extra gooeyness. Rolls can be prepped ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking. For variations, add berries, lemon zest, or chocolate chips to the filling.

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