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Mini Easter Egg Cakes

Mini Easter Egg Cakes for a Sweet Spring Celebration

These Mini Easter Egg Cakes are delightful treats filled with marshmallow buttercream, perfect for a sweet spring celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 48 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix A homemade vanilla cake recipe works well too.
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil Can substitute with vegetable or melted coconut oil.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond milk or any non-dairy milk works as a dairy-free option.
  • 3 large Eggs Can use flax eggs for a vegan version.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla can be used if needed.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract Can skip for nut allergies or add more vanilla.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used for a dairy-free frosting.
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Fluff Homemade marshmallow frosting can be used as a replacement.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for less processed sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream works as a dairy-free option.
For the Coating
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil Canola oil can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 package Vanilla Almond Bark Chocolate or white chocolate can be used alternatively.
  • 1 cup Sprinkles & Food Coloring Customize colors for a festive celebration.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • measuring cups
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • Egg-shaped cookie cutter
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, canola oil, milk, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Use a hand mixer on medium speed to blend until smooth for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 15-18 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and marshmallow fluff for about 2 minutes. Gradually add heavy cream, vanilla extract, almond extract, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt, mixing until smooth.
  6. Cut out egg shapes from the cooled cake using an egg-shaped cookie cutter. Spread frosting between two egg shapes to create cakes.
  7. Melt coconut oil and vanilla almond bark together in a microwave-safe bowl. Dip each cake in the melted coating, allowing excess to drip off.
  8. Place coated cakes on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with colored almond bark and add sprinkles before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cakes cool completely before frosting for the best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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