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Hippity Hop Bunny Cake

Hippity Hop Bunny Cake: An Irresistibly Fun Celebration Treat

Hippity Hop Bunny Cake is a whimsical dessert that adds fun and zesty orange flavor to any celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Sugar Essential for both the cake and orange curd.
  • 2 cups Cake Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder No substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use regular or kosher salt.
  • 6 large Egg Whites Ensure at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with vegan butter.
  • 1 cup 2% Milk Can replace with any milk variant.
  • 1 teaspoon Clear Vanilla Extract May substitute with regular vanilla extract.
For the Orange Curd
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Fresh is preferred.
  • 4 large Egg Yolks No substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch No direct substitute recommended.
  • 1 pinch Salt Only a pinch needed.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can use vegan butter.
For the Buttercream
  • 4 ounces White Baking Chocolate Dark chocolate can be an alternative.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Can use coconut cream.
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1 cup Sugar Opt for powdered sugar for smoothness.
For the Decorations
  • 1 cup Coarse Sugar Granulated sugar can be used.
  • Optional Decorations Include candy coating, skewers, pink sugar, sprinkles, and jelly beans.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • Whisk
  • Double boiler
  • Serving plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Orange Curd by combining sugar, cornstarch, salt, and orange juice in a saucepan. Whisk and heat until thickens for about 5-7 minutes. Stir in butter and cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Prepare three 6-inch round cake pans by lining with parchment and greasing.
  3. Cream butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually add egg whites, mixing well, then incorporate vanilla extract and orange zest.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually blend into the creamed mixture, alternating with milk, mix until smooth.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes.
  6. Melt white chocolate with heavy cream over low heat until smooth. Whisk egg whites and cream of tartar in a double boiler until it reaches 160°F. Cool, then beat with chocolate mixture and butter.
  7. Assemble the cake by layering orange curd between cooled cake layers. Top with buttercream, smoothing out, and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  8. Create decorations by melting candy and piping shapes onto parchment. Add decorations to the top of the cake for a festive touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites and butter are at room temperature. Avoid overmixing for a fluffy texture. Chill buttercream before frosting for a cleaner finish.

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