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These sweet and easy-to-make Bunny Buns are a perfect baking idea for Easter. With just two basic ingredients—self-raising flour and yogurt (plus a sprinkle of salt)—the dough is super quick to prepare and doesn’t need yeast. Shape the dough into adorable bunnies, complete with ears, making this an exciting hands-on activity kids will love. They bake in only 20 minutes and can be personalized with edible markers for extra charm. Best enjoyed warm right after baking, but they can also be prepped ahead and frozen, making them a versatile treat for the holiday season.
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Updated on Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:22:35 GMT
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Transform your Easter table with these charming bunny-shaped rolls that come together with just yogurt and flour. This no-yeast recipe offers a delightfully simple way to create festive bread that looks elaborate but requires minimal effort. The quick preparation makes it an ideal baking project that children can help with.

The magic of these rolls lies in their simplicity - the dough is forgiving enough for beginner bakers yet produces professional-looking results. Careful portioning creates the perfect ear-to-body ratio for lifelike bunny shapes.

Key Ingredients

  • Standard Yogurt: Traditional plain yogurt provides ideal moisture and texture
  • Self-Rising Flour: Creates perfect lift without added leavening agents
  • Table Salt: Enhances the bread's natural flavors
  • Unsalted Butter: For greasing and optional glaze
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Step-by-Step Method

Mixing the Dough:
Mix yogurt and flour until a cohesive dough forms. Add flour gradually until the texture is workable but still soft. The dough should feel smooth and pliable.
Creating Bunny Shapes:
Split dough into 6 equal parts. Form each portion into one large ball for body and two smaller ones for ears. Shape ears into elongated ovals. Maintain consistent sizing.
Final Assembly:
Thoroughly grease baking sheet. Position body pieces with adequate spacing. Attach ears at slight angles. Ensure firm attachment while maintaining shape.

Proper Dough Texture

Aim for dough that holds shape without sticking. Adding flour incrementally helps achieve the ideal consistency for shaping.

Baking Temperature

Bake at 180°C/360°F for optimal results - this creates perfectly golden exteriors while maintaining soft centers.

Creative Touches

Consider adding faces using food-safe markers after baking. Each roll becomes a unique character with simple decorative touches.

Preparation Tips

Though best served fresh, these rolls can be prepared ahead. Gentle reheating and a brush of butter restores their just-baked quality.

Professional Pointers

  • Maintain lightly floured hands during shaping
  • Ensure uniform sizing for even baking results
  • Apply butter wash before baking for appealing color

These bunny rolls demonstrate how simple ingredients and techniques can create memorable baked goods. Their charm lies in both their visual appeal and the joy they bring to holiday celebrations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ What can I use if I don’t have self-raising flour?
Just replace 1 cup of self-raising flour with 1 cup of plain flour and add 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
→ Can the dough be prepared ahead of time?
Absolutely, just wrap it up and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze it for as long as 4 months.
→ How long do the buns stay good?
They’re their best when eaten fresh out of the oven but can be warmed up in the microwave the next day for a few seconds.
→ What kind of yogurt is best?
Plain, regular yogurt works perfectly for this recipe.
→ Can baked buns be frozen?
Though the unbaked dough freezes wonderfully, baked buns are best enjoyed fresh.

Bunny Buns

Fun bunny-shaped buns you make with yogurt and self-rising flour. A quick, no-yeast Easter project that’s great for kids to enjoy.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
By: Paolina

Category: Breads

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: New Zealand

Yield: 6 Servings (6 buns)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Dough

01 1 cup (150g) self-rising flour
02 1 cup (270g) plain yogurt
03 A pinch of salt (1/4 teaspoon)
04 Butter to coat the dish

→ Optional Decoration

05 Brush with melted butter
06 Edible marker to make faces

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 180°C (360°F). Mix together yogurt, self-rising flour, and salt in a bowl until dough comes together. Toss in an extra spoonful of flour if it's feeling sticky.

Step 02

Cut the dough into 6 equal parts (about 70g each). For each piece, make one bigger ball (45g) for the face, and two smaller ones (12g each) to shape the ears. Stretch the smaller ones into short sausage-like shapes.

Step 03

Grease a large oven dish well with butter. Spread out the 6 bigger dough balls in the dish, making sure they’re pretty evenly spaced—these’ll be faces. Press the ear pieces snugly next to each face ball.

Step 04

If you like, coat with melted butter before baking. Cook them in the oven for 20 minutes. Serve warm, and if you’re feeling creative, use an edible marker to add cute faces to each one!

Notes

  1. No self-rising flour? Use 1 cup plain flour and add 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  2. Keep the dough in the fridge for up to three days, or freeze it for around four months.
  3. It’s tastiest when eaten warm. The next day, you can microwave it for 10 seconds to heat it back up!

Tools You'll Need

  • An oven-safe dish, big enough to hold 6 buns
  • You can use a kitchen mixer with a dough hook, but it’s optional.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • This has dairy, like yogurt and butter.
  • Gluten is present, as the recipe uses flour.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 96
  • Total Fat: 1 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 16 g
  • Protein: 6 g