Looking for a fun and festive way to celebrate Easter? These bunny tail cupcake cones are exactly what you need! Not only are they adorable, but they’re also simple to make with cake batter baked right into an ice cream cone.

Perfect for Easter dessert tables, baby showers, or any springtime celebration, these sweet treats will have everyone hopping with delight!

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These bunny butt cone cakes are a creative spin on traditional cupcakes. Instead of using baking cups, the batter is baked into cake cones. Not only does this make them easier to hold, but it also gives them a unique twist that’s sure to stand out.

Plus, who can resist those cute bunny butt treats with their fluffy tails and marshmallow feet?

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How to Make Bunny Tail Cupcake Cones

Name: Bunny Tail Cupcake Cones Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 23 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 6 Cupcakes (any flavor); 10 Ounces White Buttercream; 6 Ice Cream Cone Cups; Shredded Coconut; Jelly Beans; 9 Marshmallows; 2 Ounces of Green Melting Chocolate; 2 Ounces of Pink Melting Chocolate

What you’ll need:

Piping Bags
Ziplock Bags
Microwave Safe Bowl
Ice Cream Scoop
Parchment Paper

Ingredients:

Cupcakes (any flavor)
Buttercream Icing
Ice Cream Cone Cups
Shredded Coconut
Jelly Beans
Marshmallows
Green Melting Chocolate
Pink Melting Chocolate

Instructions:

Shredded coconut in a ziplock bag with green food coloring added

Put the Shredded coconut in a ziplock bag. Drop 2-3 drops of green food coloring gel into the bag and massage it until all the coconut is green.

Ziplock bag with shredded coconut fully dyed green

Put the green shredded coconut on a sheet of parchment to dry.

Green-dyed shredded coconut spread out on a white surface

Next, place the green chocolate melts in a microwave-safe bowl.

Heat them in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until they are liquid and smooth.

Ice cream cone dipped upside down in a bowl of melted green candy coating

Dip the top of each one into the melted chocolate, rolling slightly to coat part of the sides. Gently shake off the excess.

Ice cream cone coated with green candy and covered in green shredded coconut

Ice cream cone standing upright with shredded coconut

Roll the dipped portion in the green shredded coconut to create a grass effect. Let them sit for 10 minutes to dry.

Chocolate cupcake, jelly beans in a bowl, and an ice cream cone with shredded coconut around the top

Top-down view of the inside of the ice cream cone filled with jelly beans

Pour jelly beans into the prepared bases and place a small cake on top.

Chocolate cupcake inserted into the top of the ice cream cone with green shredded coconut around the ri

If the cake is too large, lightly squeeze or trim it to fit.

Frosting scooped from a bowl to form the top of the cupcake cone

Ice cream cone topped with a large scoop of frosting

Next, scoop the buttercream with an ice cream scoop and place it on the cupcakes. If the shape isn’t ideally round, let the buttercream sit on the cupcakes for 2 minutes to crust, and then mold the shape with clean hands.

Pink candy melts and large marshmallows prepared for decorating the bunny tails and feet

Piping bag filled with melted pink candy melts for decorating

Warm the pink chocolate melts following the exact melting instructions as above. Then, put it in a piping bag and cut a small hole in the tip.

Marshmallows cut into shapes for creating bunny feet

Cut the marshmallows in half.

adding pink chocolate melts to marshmallows to make bunny feet

To make the bunny’s feet, use the pink melting chocolate to pipe one large circle at the top of the marshmallows and then three small circles at the lower end of the marshmallows.

Let them sit for 3-5 minutes to dry. Be sure to pipe only the pink icing on the marshmallows, which will be the feet.

Now, roll the remaining marshmallow halves into a ball. These will be used for the bunny’s tail.

Assembled bunny tail with decorated marshmallow feet and a small marshmallow ball for the tail

Use a tiny amount of pink chocolate to attach the tails to the top of the cupcake and the bunny’s feet on the bottom edge of the cupcake. Let them sit for 2-3 minutes to dry.

Your bunny is complete! Serve and enjoy.

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Finishing Touches

Chill until set to make sure the frosting and decorations stay in place.
For an extra pop of fun, add some turquoise candy or pink candy melts for decoration.
Dip the bottom third of the cones into bright white candy melts to give them a frosted look. Dip some on an angle for a playful touch!

Tips for Success

Use a decorating bag with tip 1A for large, smooth dollops of frosting.
Prepare two decorating bags if you’re using multiple colors to avoid mixing.
Mist food coloring spray can add a shimmery effect to the frosting.
If you want to get fancy, try using a coloring marker to draw bunny faces on the cones or personalize each one!

Bunny Butt Ice Cream Cones for Every Occasion

These aren’t just for Easter—they’re perfect for baby showers, spring birthdays, or any spring holiday. The combination of cake batter baked into an ice cream cone, marshmallows, and frosting makes these treats a guaranteed hit. They’re cute and simple, even if you’re a novice baker.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Simple to make with cake mix or from scratch.
Great for kids (and adults!) who love creative desserts.
Perfect for bringing a little springtime joy to your table.
They’re cute bunny butt treats that look impressive but are surprisingly easy to pull off.

More Easter Treat Ideas to Try

Easter Carrot Cupcake Cones Recipe—This fun and creative carrot-shaped cupcake cones are a hit with kids and adults alike, making them the perfect addition to your Easter dessert table.
Easter Jelly Bean Cake Recipe – Brighten up your Easter celebration with this colorful jelly bean cake, a delightful treat bursting with flavor and festive charm.
Hot Cocoa Cupcakes with Marshmallow Frosting—These hot cocoa cupcakes, topped with marshmallow frosting, are a cozy twist on traditional cupcakes, perfect for any holiday dessert table.

Bring the Fun to Your Table

Making these bunny tail cupcake cones is more than just baking—it’s a fun way to celebrate spring and Easter with family and friends. These cute bunny butt treats are sure to become a tradition in your house. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just trying something new, they’re an easy way to bring smiles to everyone’s faces.

Multiple completed bunny tail cupcake cones with marshmallow feet and tails

So, next time you’re looking for Easter recipes, give these a try. From the fluffy bunny butts to the candy decorations, they’re a guaranteed hit. Gather your frosting, candy melts, and cake batter, and get ready to create some seriously adorable treats. Happy baking and happy Easter!

Bunny Tail Cupcake Cones Recipe

Yield: 6 Cupcakes

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Additional Time: 18 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 23 minutes

Make these adorable Easter bunny cupcakes using ice cream cones. Your kids will love them!

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Ingredients

6 Cupcakes (any flavor)
10 Ounces White Buttercream
6 Ice Cream Cone Cups
Shredded Coconut
Jelly Beans
9 Marshmallows
2 Ounces of Green Melting Chocolate
2 Ounces of Pink Melting Chocolate

Instructions

Color the Coconut

Place shredded coconut in a zip-top bag and add 2–3 drops of green gel food coloring.
Seal the bag and gently massage it until all the coconut turns green.
Spread the green coconut onto a piece of parchment paper to dry.

Melt the Green Chocolate

Place green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl.
Heat them in 30-second bursts, stirring after each interval, until they melt and are smooth.

Dip and Decorate the Cones

Dip the top of each ice cream cone into the melted chocolate, tilting it to coat part of the sides. Gently shake off any excess.
Immediately roll the dipped cone portion in the dyed green coconut to create a “grass” effect.
Set the cones aside for about 10 minutes to let the chocolate harden.

Fill the Cones and Add the Cupcakes

Pour jelly beans or other candies into each cone.
Remove cupcakes from their wrappers and place one on top of each cone. If a cupcake is too large, lightly squeeze or trim it so it fits securely.

Top with Buttercream

Use an ice cream scoop to place a mound of buttercream on each cupcake.
If the buttercream isn’t perfectly round, let it sit for 2 minutes to form a slight crust, then gently shape it with clean hands.

Melt the Pink Chocolate and Prepare Marshmallows

Melt pink candy melts using the same microwave method (30-second intervals, stirring in between).
Transfer the melted pink chocolate to a piping bag; snip a small opening at the tip.
Cut marshmallows in half. On each half designated as a foot, pipe one large pink circle at the top and three smaller pink circles at the bottom to form paw pads.
Allow them to dry for 3–5 minutes.

Form the Bunny Tail

Take the remaining marshmallow halves and roll them into small balls to make the bunny tails.

Assemble the Bunny

Use a dab of the melted pink chocolate to attach a marshmallow tail on top of each buttercream mound.
Adhere the marshmallow feet along the lower edge of the buttercream.
Let everything dry for 2–3 minutes.

Serve and Enjoy

Your bunny cupcakes are now ready to hop into any celebration! Enjoy them right away for the best taste and texture.

Notes

Freshness: These bunny cones are best eaten soon after assembly. They can be kept in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 days. If stored in the fridge for 3–4 days, condensation may weaken or break the cones.

Buttercream Placement: Avoid letting the buttercream hang over the cone’s rim, as the bunny feet may slip if they lack support.

Candy Options: If you don’t have jelly beans, substitute other candies—or even mix several types for extra variety.

Enjoy crafting these adorable treats for a fun springtime activity, Easter celebration, or any occasion that calls for sweet whimsy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1216Total Fat: 59gSaturated Fat: 33gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 551mgCarbohydrates: 163gFiber: 5gSugar: 130gProtein: 14g

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