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Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls

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These fluffy, bunny-shaped cinnamon rolls are a playful and delicious treat perfect for Easter brunch or any festive morning. Soft, gooey, and topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze, they’re sure to delight kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk, lukewarm
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • Pinch of salt (for filling, optional)
  • Mini chocolate chips or raisins (for eyes)
  • Sliced almonds (for bunny teeth or whiskers, optional)
  • Pink sugar sprinkles or strawberry jam (for nose)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (for glaze)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons whole milk (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • Pinch of salt (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Pour lukewarm milk into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle in yeast and granulated sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add melted butter, salt, and egg to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Cover bowl and let dough rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled.
  5. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt for the filling.
  6. Punch down dough and turn onto a floured surface. Roll out to a 16×10-inch rectangle.
  7. Spread cinnamon filling evenly over dough. Roll up tightly from the long edge to make a log.
  8. Slice log into 12 equal pieces. Shape each roll into a bunny by pinching the bottom for a chin and adding dough scraps for ears.
  9. Decorate with mini chocolate chips for eyes, sliced almonds for teeth/whiskers, and pink sprinkles or jam for noses.
  10. Arrange shaped rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely and let rise for 30 minutes while oven preheats to 350°F.
  11. Bake for 20-22 minutes, until golden and fluffy. Cover ears with foil if browning too quickly.
  12. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth and pourable.
  13. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and finish with extra decorations if desired. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and allow for proper rising times. The bunny shaping is forgiving—let kids help for extra fun. Rolls can be made gluten-free or vegan with simple substitutions. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or freeze (without glaze) for up to 1 month.

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