Easter Bunny Pancakes

Easter morning always feels extra special with a fun and festive breakfast, and these Easter Bunny Pancakes bring so much joy to the table!

There’s something about food shaped like adorable bunnies that makes everyone, from kids to adults, excited to dig in.

The fluffy, golden pancakes come together easily using a bunny-shaped mold, making sure they turn out just as cute as they are delicious.

A sprinkle of powdered sugar adds a soft, snowy touch, while a little pat of butter makes the perfect bunny tail. Drizzle on some maple syrup, and you’ve got a plate full of happiness to start the day.

Whether you’re making these for little ones or simply want to add some extra charm to your Easter breakfast, these pancakes are guaranteed to bring smiles all around.

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Easter Bunny Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice, let sit for 5 minutes)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for greasing)
½ cup whole milk (adjust for consistency)

For Serving

Softened butter (for bunny tails)
Maple syrup
Powdered sugar

Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. The batter should be thick but pourable—add a little extra milk if needed. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
Lightly grease a bunny-shaped pancake mold with butter or oil. If using a metal mold, grease it well to prevent sticking.
Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium-low heat and lightly grease with butter.
Place the bunny mold on the pan and pour the batter inside, filling it about halfway (it will rise as it cooks).
Cook for about 2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Carefully remove the mold using tongs (if it’s heatproof) or gently slide a knife along the edges to release it.
Flip the pancake carefully and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat for the remaining batter.
Transfer the bunny pancakes to a plate. Sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar, place a small dollop of butter on each as a bunny tail, and drizzle with maple syrup.

How To Make Bunny Pancakes Turn Out Perfect Every Time?

Making Easter Bunny Pancakes is simple, but a few small tricks can help them turn out fluffy, golden, and perfectly shaped.

Grease the bunny mold well: A light coating of butter or oil prevents sticking and helps the pancakes release easily.
Mix the batter gently: Stir just enough to combine the ingredients. Overmixing makes pancakes dense instead of soft and airy.
Let the batter rest: Giving the batter 5–10 minutes allows the ingredients to fully combine and helps create a fluffier texture.
Cook on low to medium heat: High heat can burn the outside before the inside cooks through. A lower temperature ensures even cooking.
Flip carefully: Once bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set, use a spatula to gently lift and flip the pancake. If needed, slide a knife around the edges before flipping to keep the shape intact.

What Makes Pancakes Extra Fluffy?

A good pancake should be soft, light, and slightly puffy. Here’s what helps create that perfect texture:

Baking powder and baking soda: These leavening agents create air bubbles that make pancakes rise. Using fresh baking powder is key.
Buttermilk instead of regular milk: The acidity in buttermilk reacts with baking soda, creating even more bubbles for extra fluffiness.
Minimal mixing: Stirring too much deflates the air in the batter, making pancakes flat and chewy. A few lumps in the batter are completely fine.
Letting the batter rest: Giving it time to sit allows the flour to absorb moisture and the leavening agents to work. This leads to softer, fluffier pancakes.
Cooking at the right temperature: Too hot, and they burn; too low, and they don’t rise well. Medium-low heat works best.

Why Do We Eat Pancakes At Easter?

Pancakes have long been part of Easter traditions, and there’s a fun reason behind it.

Historically, pancakes were eaten before Lent, a period when people avoided rich foods like eggs, butter, and milk. Since pancakes use all these ingredients, they became a popular meal before the fasting period began.

Over time, this tradition carried into Easter celebrations, especially in countries where pancake breakfasts are a festive way to bring families together.

Now, Easter-themed pancakes—especially fun shapes like bunnies—have become a special way to make the holiday even more exciting for kids and adults alike!

How To Store Leftover Easter Bunny Pancakes?

If you have extra pancakes, don’t worry—they store well and taste just as good later.

Refrigerate for short-term storage: Let the pancakes cool completely, then place them in an airtight container or wrap them in plastic wrap. They stay fresh for about 2–3 days in the fridge.
Freeze for longer storage: Arrange the pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for an hour. Once frozen, transfer them to a zip-top bag. This prevents them from sticking together. Pancakes can last up to 2 months in the freezer.
Reheat properly: Warm refrigerated pancakes in a toaster, oven (at 300°F for about 5 minutes), or microwave (for about 20–30 seconds per pancake). Frozen pancakes can be reheated straight from the freezer—just add a little extra time.