Bunny Hotcakes with Apple Butter Cream Recipe

Name: Bunny Hotcakes with Apple Butter Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups just-add-water pancake mix; 1 1/2 cups apple juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 (8-ounce) container whipped cream cheese; 2/3 cup apple butter; Cooking spray; Shredded coconut; 2 drops yellow food coloring; Star-shaped dragees; 1 bag mini-marshmallows; Bunny-shaped cookie cutter; Egg-shaped cookie cutter; Chick-shaped cookie cutter

Servings: persons

2 cups just-add-water pancake mix
1 1/2 cups apple juice
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 (8-ounce) container whipped cream cheese
2/3 cup apple butter
Cooking spray
Shredded coconut
2 drops yellow food coloring
Star-shaped dragees
1 bag mini-marshmallows
Bunny-shaped cookie cutter
Egg-shaped cookie cutter
Chick-shaped cookie cutter

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["To make the hotcakes: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the pancake mix, apple juice, and cinnamon.", "Set aside.", "In a small mixing bowl, combine the whipped cream cheese and apple butter until smooth.", "Set aside.", "Lightly spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.", "Using a 1/3 cup measure, scoop the pancake batter into the skillet.", "Flip the pancakes when they start to bubble.", "Cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown.", "Remove pancakes to a cooling rack.", "Using the shaped cookie-cutters, create several bunny, chick, and egg shapes from the cooled pancakes.", "Spread the tops completely with the reserved apple butter cream.", "To decorate: Sprinkle the bunny and egg pancakes with shredded coconut.", "Create yellow ""fur"" for the chicks by shaking in a plastic bag 1 cup shredded coconut with 2 drops yellow food coloring until coated.", "Top the chick pancakes with the yellow coconut.", "Add star-shaped dragees to the bunny and chick pancakes to create ""eyes.""

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups just-add-water pancake mix, 1 1/2 cups apple juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 (8-ounce) container whipped cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Bunny Hotcakes with Apple Butter Cream falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bunny Hotcakes with Apple Butter Cream

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