These Easter Bunny Buns are the perfect addition to your Easter brunch menu, bringing a touch of festive fun to the table. They also make a quick and easy breakfast option for Easter morning, ensuring a delightful start to the day.

Thanks to Pillsbury orange sweet rolls, these adorable bunny buns come together in no time at all. However, if you prefer a more hands-on approach, you can always shape your own homemade roll dough to create these charming treats. The versatility of this recipe allows you to customize the flavor to your liking.

While I used orange rolls for these Easter Bunny Buns, you can easily substitute them with cinnamon rolls if that’s more to your taste. Either way, the result is a batch of delicious, bunny-shaped buns that are sure to please everyone.

This recipe is so simple that even the kids can join in on the fun. They will love shaping the bunny ears and decorating the faces. Plus, they’ll be hopping with excitement to enjoy these delightful treats for Easter breakfast! Bring some extra joy to your Easter celebration with these easy and festive Easter Bunny Buns.

Ingredients to make Easter Bunny Rolls

• PILLSBURY ORANGE SWEET ROLLS
• M&M CANDIES
• RAISINS
• ALMOND SLICES

Instructions for Easter Bunny Buns

Prepare the Bunny Faces: Begin by placing 4 of the sweet rolls on a baking sheet. These will serve as the bunny’s faces.

Create the Bunny Ears: Unroll the remaining 4 rolls. Fold each unrolled roll in half, then fold each half in half again to create bunny ears. Place each pair of ears touching the top of a roll on the baking sheet. Adjust the ears as needed to create the perfect bunny shape.

Bake the Bunny Buns: Follow the package directions to bake the sweet rolls. Once baked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.

Frost the Buns: Use the included frosting to frost both the bunny ears and faces. This will give the buns a sweet and festive look.

Decorate the Bunnies: Add 2 M&M’s to each bunny to create the eyes. Use a raisin for the nose and 2 sliced almonds for the teeth. Your adorable bunny buns are now ready to enjoy! These Easter Bunny Buns make a delightful addition to any Easter celebration. They’re easy to make and sure to bring smiles to everyone at the table.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use homemade sweet roll dough instead of store-bought?
Yes, you can use homemade sweet roll dough if you prefer. Just ensure that the dough is rolled out and shaped similarly to the store-bought version for consistent results.

How do I keep the bunny ears from falling over during baking?
Make sure to press the bunny ears firmly into the roll’s top to help them stay in place. You can also use small toothpicks to secure them, but remember to remove the toothpicks before serving.

Can I use different decorations for the bunny faces?
Absolutely! Feel free to get creative with your decorations. You can use different types of candies, nuts, or even edible markers to create unique bunny faces.

What if I don’t have M&M’s or raisins for the eyes and nose?
You can substitute with other small candies, chocolate chips, or even dried fruit like cranberries for the eyes and nose.

Can I use different flavors of sweet rolls?
Yes, you can experiment with different flavors of sweet rolls to add variety to your bunny buns. Just follow the same shaping and baking instructions.

For more recipes like this, try:

• Shamrock Cinnamon Rolls
• Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls
• Easy Heart Shaped Cinnamon Rolls
• Quick Cinnamon Crescent Rolls

Easter Bunny Buns

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Easter Bunny Buns are an adorable and festive treat, perfect for celebrating the holiday with family and friends. Made from sweet rolls shaped into bunny faces and ears, these buns are baked to perfection and topped with frosting and colorful decorations. Easy to prepare and fun to make, they are sure to bring joy to your Easter celebrations.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 11 minutes mins

Total Time 31 minutes mins

Course Breads, Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 366 kcal

Equipment

baking sheet

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 13.9 oz pkg Pillsbury orange sweet rolls
• ▢ 8 M&M candies
• ▢ 4 raisins
• ▢ 8 almond slices

Instructions

 

• Place 4 of the sweet rolls on a baking sheet, this will be the bunny’s face.
• Unroll the remaining 4 rolls. Fold each unrolled roll in half, then each half in half again creating bunny ears. Place each one touching the top of a roll placed on the cookie sheet. Adjust accordingly to make bunny ears.
• Baking according to package directions for 11 minutes. Use the frosting included to frost the bunny ears and face.
• Once frosted place 2 M&M’s on each bunny making eyes. Use a rain for the nose and 2 sliced almonds for the teeth. Makes 4 bunny buns.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 708mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 2mg

Keyword bunny, Easter, sweet rolls

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Recipe adapted from Betty Crocker as shared by Cooking with Sugar.