Description
Easter Chocolate Bunny Surprise Cupcakes are a delightful treat that brings joy to any celebration. These moist chocolate cupcakes hide a sweet surprise—a melting chocolate bunny at their heart. Perfect for Easter or spring gatherings, they evoke nostalgic memories and create smiles for both kids and adults. With simple preparation and endless customization options, these cupcakes are sure to impress your guests and make your festivities even more special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 small chocolate bunnies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter, place one chocolate bunny in the center, and top off with more batter until three-quarters full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (76g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 175mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg