Cinnamon Roll Bunny Recipe: Soft, Flaky Easter Treats

Make these irresistibly cute cinnamon roll bunnies with just two simple ingredients — a can of cinnamon rolls and pastel M&M’s — for an easy, festive Easter breakfast that requires no special baking skills.

Bunny-shaped cinnamon rolls

These cinnamon roll bunnies are almost too cute to eat and are perfect for a quick, joyful Easter morning. They combine the classic flavor of store-bought cinnamon rolls with a playful decorating touch that kids and adults both love.

We’ve made these each spring for years and they’ve become a favorite tradition. No special equipment or scratch baking required — just a can of cinnamon rolls and a little creativity.

Decorated cinnamon roll bunnies

These Bunny Cinnamon Rolls Make Easter Fun

These bunnies are a simple way to make the holiday feel special. They’re fast to prepare, delightfully cute, and always a hit at Easter breakfast. Using pre-made cinnamon rolls keeps this recipe approachable while still delivering a homemade look.

Ingredients

Everything you need:

  • 1 can Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls (with icing included)
  • Pastel M&M’s (mini or regular for eyes and nose)

Just two ingredients create a charming and tasty Easter treat.

Cinnamon roll bunnies on a baking sheet

How to Make Cinnamon Roll Bunnies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (325°F if using a nonstick sheet). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll each cinnamon roll gently, leaving about 1–2 inches of the spiral center to form the face.
  3. Shape the loose dough end into a loop at the top of the face to create ears; press the ends lightly into the face to secure.
  4. Separate the loop in the center with your fingers so it forms two ears; pinch the tops slightly for a rounded ear shape.
  5. Place shaped bunnies on the baking sheet about 1–2 inches apart and bake 13–16 minutes, until golden and puffed.
  6. Cool slightly, then drizzle with the included icing and decorate with M&M’s for eyes and a nose.
Bunny cinnamon rolls with icing and M&M decorations

Decorate Your Cinnamon Roll Bunnies

After frosting, press pastel M&M’s into the icing for eyes and a nose. Mini M&M’s work well for proportion, but regular size candies are fine too. You can also use mini chocolate chips or candy eyes for variety. Let kids decorate — it’s a fun, hands-on activity.

Pro tip: Add an extra dab of icing where each candy will go to help them stick.

More Easy Easter Desserts

If you want more simple holiday ideas, try other no-fuss desserts and activities that are easy to assemble and fun for families. These cinnamon roll bunnies pair nicely with fruit, muffins, or a light brunch spread.

Spring Treats

Holiday baking doesn’t need to be complicated. These bunnies prove that a few store-bought shortcuts can create something festive and memorable. Preheat the oven, open a can, and in less than 20 minutes you’ll have a charming centerpiece for your Easter table.

Finished cinnamon roll bunnies on a plate

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Watch Me Make these Cinnamon Roll Bunnies

Easter Cinnamon Rolls

Whip up these incredibly cute cinnamon roll bunnies with just two simple ingredients — canned cinnamon rolls and pastel M&M’s — for a festive Easter breakfast that comes together in minutes.

By Melissa Johnson

Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 13 mins | Total: 18 mins | Servings: 5 rolls

Ingredients

  • 1 can Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls (with icing)
  • Pastel M&M’s (for decorating)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (325°F for nonstick sheets). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Gently unroll each cinnamon roll, leaving 1–2 inches of the spiral center for the face.
  • Loop the loose end of dough to form ears and press the ends into the top of the face to secure.
  • Separate the loop to form two ears and pinch the tops for a rounded shape.
  • Place bunnies about 1–2 inches apart on the sheet and bake 13–16 minutes until golden.
  • Cool slightly, drizzle with icing, and press M&M’s into the icing for eyes and a nose.