• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Herbivore Cucina

  • Recipe Index
  • Indian
  • Instant Pot
  • Air-Fryer
  • International
  • Cakes & Bakes
  • More..
    • Featured
menu icon
go to homepage
  • About Me
  • Recipe Index
  • Instant Pot
  • LTK Shop
    • Amazon Store
  • Contact
  • Get Social

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • About Me
    • Recipe Index
    • Instant Pot
    • LTK Shop
      • Amazon Store
    • Contact
  • Get Social

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Cakes

    Published: Feb 21, 2018 · Modified: Mar 10, 2022 by Smruti · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Mini Eggs Carrot Orange Piñata Cake

    This is a sponsored post on behalf of Cost Plus World Market and I have been compensated. All opinions are 100% my own. 



    A bunny themed Carrot cake with hints of Orange; this one has a SWEET surprise within. Make this once and you will want it everyday!

    February is coming to an end already? I just got used to writing 2018 instead of 2017 everywhere and we are already at the end of TWO months! Time is flying for sure in our world. However, it is a different case in the bunny world! 

    Bunny world you ask? Yes I am talking about the cutest bunny movie Peter Rabbit! I am a BIG fan of animation movies as they are the most colorful and fun things to watch. The last couple of times I watched movies at the theatre, I saw the trailer of Peter Rabbit. Since then I was super excited to watch the movie with my girlfriends. A movie themed on a rabbit has no better time to release than just before Easter. And Peter Rabbit is just that! 

    Perfectly timed, super fun movie revolving around a rabbit dressed in human like clothes, and his troop that supports all his moves; I love every bit of the movie. The most interesting part I found of this one is how they show the rabbits dress and talk just like humans. I love the blue jacket clad Peter Rabbit. 

    If not for anything else, you HAVE to watch it to see what all Peter Rabbit does to outsmart the neighbor. From traps in his bed and adding a couple of things to the electric fence to give him multiple shocks, you cannot miss any of these tricks! 

    Wondering why I am talking about the movie here? It is because today's post is dedicated to the bunny and is perfect to make for any Easter party! It is a cake made with the ingredient we associate with bunnies the most; CARROTS.

    When thinking of Easter and bunnies, what comes to your mind in a jiffy? To me it is burrows, hidden Easter eggs and treasure! Plus a Spring themed post that will help you plan your Peter Rabbit viewing parties or Easter lunch.

    Coming to the recipe, this one is an Easter perfect cake that is super easy to make. A sponge with LOTS of carrots and Orange flavor, and icing that has only three ingredients and decorations that connect with rabbits, this is my favorite post in a long time. 

    I was planning something based on movies for a while and decided to make something bunny themed. This cake is great for a number of parties; Peter Rabbit viewing, Easter, Bunny themed birthday or even a gender reveal party when you fill up the cake with candies of pink or blue color. Yes, the center of the cake has a truckload of Jordan Almonds; and they tumble out when you cut the cake! Super fun, isn't it?

    I got all my supplies from the San Jose Cost Plus World Market store. They have everything Easter and specially themed for Peter Rabbit. Find your closest store here. 

    Coming back to the recipe; this is the easiest carrot cake ever. I swapped the regular Vanilla Extract with Orange Extract and made this cake. The tinge of orange gives the cake a Spring feel and makes it super delicious too. I also added some extract in the icing. The icing was super tasty too. And the truckload of Easter candies I got home were used to decorate the cake and make it pretty. Not to forget my new favorite ingredient; Green Apple flavored Edible Grass! Yes the grass I picked from the store is delicious and amazing for all kinds of Easter recipes! If you cannot find that, use green sprinkles or coconut flakes colored green. 

    I added a lot of shredded carrot to the cake. However, if you are not a fan, skip that. I made the icing of a light green color. If you like a bright one, add some more color. Adding a couple of drops of Vanilla Extract to the icing is a great idea too. 

    Finally, the piñata and the decoration. I used Jordan Almonds to stuff the cake and used Peter Rabbit Figurines, Confetti Popcorn and Mini Eggs. They can be substituted with your favorite toppings. 

    Wait no further, make this cake soon and surprise your kids. The hidden treasure is yummy and will definitely bring a smile on their faces! 

    Here is something more! Cost Plus World Market is hosting a Peter Rabbit Sweepstakes. One lucky winner will win a trip for two (2) to London, England! Enter now for your chance to win this amazing Grand Prize!

    Grand Prize includes airfare for two (2), hotel, chauffeured tour of the English Gardens and a $1,000 World Market Gift Card.

    Three (3) First Prizes will be awarded as well. Winners will receive a $500 World Market Gift Card! Enter the Peter Rabbit Sweepstakes online at www.worldmarketsweepstakes.com between February 1, 2018 – March 30, 2018.

    Pin for Later






    Ingredients


    For the cake


    All purpose Flour 1 ½ cup + 2 tbsp

    Sugar 1 cup

    Carrot ½ cup, shredded

    Buttermilk 1 cup (Can be substituted by 1 cup milk+1 teaspoon vinegar)

    Oil ½ cup

    Baking Soda 1 tsp

    Orange Extract 1 tsp 

    Salt a pinch


    For the Icing and Decoration



    Heavy Whipping Cream 1 ½ cup

    Confectioners' Sugar 4 tbsp

    Orange Extract 1 tsp

    Green Gel color a pinch

    Jordan Almonds 1 cup

    Mini Eggs, Edible Grass, Confetti Popcorn and Peter Rabbit Figurines to decorate 

    Method


    To make the cake


    Mix together milk and vinegar and let stand for 5-6 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 F/ 180 C. Line two 6-inch round pans with non-stick spray or parchment paper.

    In a bowl sift together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. 

    In the base of the stand mixer or in a big bowl mix together buttermilk, Orange extract and oil. Whip till combined. Add in the dry ingredients and mix well. 

    Add the shredded carrot to the batter and gently fold it in. 

    Transfer the batter to the prepared molds. Bake for 20-22 minutes, till a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean. 

    Remove and cool on a cooling rack till the cake is completely cool.


    To make the icing



    In the base of a stand mixer add cream and confectioners' sugar. Beat till it has hard peaks. Put in the color and create a marbled effect by just mixing for a second.


    To complete the cake


    Using a cookie cutter make a round hole in the center of the two cakes. Reserve a small piece of the cut out cake. 


    Add some icing on the cake pan. Place one cake and add a layer of the whipped cream icing. 


    Place the other cake on top and pour in the 
    Jordan Almonds into the hole. Cover the hole with a small piece of the reserved cake. 


    Using the marbled icing complete the cake sides and top. 


    Decorate using 
    Edible Grass, Mini Eggs  and the Peter Rabbit figurines. Enjoy your Peter Rabbit Party! 




    Shop this post



    Chocolate Bunny | Chocolate Carrots | Jordan Almonds | Blue Spatula | Peter Rabbit Cake Toppers | Floral Table Mats | Peter Rabbit Egg hunt kit | Melamine Bowl | Glass Storage Jar | Jade Pedestal | Peter Rabbit Plates | Peter Rabbit Confetti Popcorn | Edible Grass | Mini Eggs 

    « Vegan Strawberry Vanilla Panna Cotta
    Eggless Paan Mousse »

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    About Me

    Smruti headshot

    This blog is dedicated to one of my greatest passions, Cooking. I have always loved to cook, especially trying out some unconventional recipes.

    Learn more about me →

    Holi Recipes

    • Thandai Masala Recipe | Thandai Powder
    • Rose Shrikhand Popsicles
    • Rose Thandai
    • Thandai Ice Cream
    • Baked Thandai Gujiya
    • Thandai | Spiced Milk Drink

    Popular Recipes

    • Air Fryer Noodles
    • Papdi Chaat Dip
    • Rose Boba (Bubble) Tea
    • Air Fryer Handvo
    • Instant Rose Peda
    • Instant Pot Tom Yum Soup

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Accessibility Policy

    Contact

    • Contact
    • About Me
    • Work with Me

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2022 Herbivorecucina.com