Peeps Sunflower Cake Recipe

This adorable and delicious Peeps Sunflower Cake is a spring-time showstopper! Inspired by a recipe from the Owl House (TOH) community, originally submitted by Bethany Eledge, this recipe transforms a simple cake into a vibrant sunflower masterpiece using colorful Peeps chicks and chocolate chips. Perfect for Easter, spring celebrations, or any occasion that needs a fun and festive treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 658.9 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Peeps Sunflower Cake

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How to Make Peeps Sunflower Cake

  1. Preheat oven according to cake mix instructions. Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
  2. Prepare cake batter according to the cake mix instructions.
  3. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake according to cake mix instructions (usually 25-30 minutes).
  4. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto wire racks to cool completely.
  5. Once completely cool, level the tops of the cakes with a serrated knife if necessary.
  6. Frost the top of one cake layer with a generous amount of frosting.
  7. Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake, covering the sides and top evenly.
  8. Gently curve the Peeps chicks slightly to fit and arrange them around the edge of the cake, creating the sunflower petals.
  9. Arrange chocolate chips in the center of the cake to resemble sunflower seeds.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.
  11. Yield: 12 servings

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

295g

Fat

49g

Carbs

31g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peeps Sunflower Cake?

Peeps Sunflower Cake takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peeps Sunflower Cake?

Peeps Sunflower Cake has approximately 658.9 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 31 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peeps Sunflower Cake?

The key ingredients for Peeps Sunflower Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Eggs, Oil, Water, Chocolate Frosting, Marshmallow Peeps. See the full list with measurements above.

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