Elevate a store bought cake for your Easter celebrations with this easy, rustic, and charming bunny ear cake topper made with fresh thyme.
Spring is officially in the air, and Easter is just around the corner (not quite sure how that is possible)!
If you’re anything like me, you love the idea of creating delicious Easter treats for the holiday, but the thought of spending hours in the kitchen while you have a million other things going on can feel overwhelming.
There’s dinner that needs to be cooked, Easter eggs to dye, and plastic eggs to fill for Easter egg hunts.
With so much on your plate, the last thing you want to worry about is creating a show stopping Easter dessert.
Well, this Easter, I’ve got you covered with this lazy girl’s Easter cake idea that no one will guess took you no “thyme” to prepare & decorate.
You can forget about fancy frosting techniques and intricate decorations with this Easter dessert.
We’re going for rustic simplicity.
Let me show you how easy it is to elevate a store bought cake into one that looks like you’ve been slaving away in the kitchen all day!
What you’ll love about this easter diy:
Supplies You’ll Need to Make this DIY Cake Topper
Gather the following materials to make your thyme bunny ear cake topper…
How to Make a Bunny Ear Cake Topper With Fresh Thyme
Follow these simple steps, you’ll have a charming and delicious dessert that’s going to impress your family & friends this Easter holiday.
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Step 1
With a pair of pliers, cut two pieces of craft wire about 12″ long.
Bend the wire in half, and then shape into a bunny ear. The shape of the ear does not have to be perfect, you’ll continue manipulating the wire as you add the thyme.
Wrap one end of the wire around the other, and twist until the floral wire is secure at the end.
Don’t cut the excess wire, that is what you’ll use to stick the ears into the cake.
Step 2
With the wire shaped into bunny ears, begin wrapping sprigs of thyme around the wire.
I found starting at the bottom and working my way up the ear was the easiest way to add the thyme to the wire.
Continue wrapping the thyme all the way around the wire until it is fully covered.
It’s ok if some of the small stems of thyme poke out around the ears.
It adds to the natural, organic look!
Step 3
Before you insert the bunny ear topper into the cake, prepare your store bought cake.
With a butter knife or icing spatula, carefully remove most of the frosting from around the cake to give it that rustic appearance (you want some of the cake poking through the frosting).
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Leave a thin layer of frosting on the top of the cake to help the DIY cake topper adhere securely.
Also, if you’re going to include fresh spring flowers as a cake decoration, gather and prepare them, making sure they are clean and free from any debris before placing them on the cake.
Step 4
Gently insert the bunny ear topper into the center of your cake, adjusting the angle to your liking.
Don’t worry about perfection, slightly askew ears can add to the whimsical charm of the cake.
I also tied a little bow on one of the bunny ears because, well everything is a little cuter with a bow!
Step 5
Add fresh spring flowers for an additional touch, and your lazy girl Easter cake is ready for serving and enjoying!
- Choose a thin, flexible wire that is easy to shape. Floral wire in a green color works best to seamlessly blend in with the fresh thyme.
- Make sure the thyme is wrapped securely around the wire bunny ears to prevent it from unraveling. You can also use small pieces of floral tape, additional wire, or twine to help hold it in place if need be.
- Depending on the size of your cake (the cake I used was 5.5″ in diameter) you may need to adjust the length and width of the bunny ears to ensure they are proportional. Take into account the height and diameter of your cake before shaping the wire.
- Feel free to get creative and add additional decorations to your cake like pastel colored sprinkles or mini chocolate eggs to enhance the Easter feel.
- If you’ve used fresh flowers for decoration, remember to remove them before eating the cake unless you’re using edible flowers.
FAQs: Thyme Bunny Ear Cake Topper
Which spring flowers can I use on this Easter cake that are edible?
When serving edible flowers with food, make they are grown organically and have not been treated with pesticides or other chemicals.
Also, only use the petals or blooms of edible flowers, the other parts of the plant may be toxic.
If you’re unsure about a specific flower’s edibility; it’s best to err on the side of caution, remove them from the cake, and avoid eating them altogether.
- Violas & Pansies: These colorful flowers have a mild, slightly sweet flavor.
- Lavender: Known for its fragrant aroma, lavender flowers have a floral and slightly sweet taste.
- Marigold: Their petals have a slightly tangy flavor and add a vibrant pop of color.
- Chive Blossoms: Purple chive blossoms have a mild onion flavor similar to their leaves.
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