36 Easter recipes that cover brunch, dinner, and everything in between
Easter meals tend to be a little more relaxed, but the food still matters. These 36 Easter recipes bring a balance of classic favorites and a few fresh ideas. From brunch to dessert, it’s all covered.
Old-Fashioned Sourdough Dressing
This super easy dressing is a family favorite for a reason. The top is crispy, while the center stays soft. Even better, you can make it ahead or cook it in the slow cooker, leaving you more time to hang out with family. Get the recipe: Old-Fashioned Sourdough Dressing
Mini Egg Brownies (One Bowl!)
These one-bowl mini egg brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate eggs in every bite. They’re perfect for Easter, or anytime you’re craving a seriously indulgent dessert. Get the recipe: Mini Egg Brownies
Bunny Bait
Bunny Bait is a fun, no-fuss Easter snack mix everyone will love. This quick, no-bake Chex Mix takes less than 15 minutes to whip up. Get the recipe: Bunny Bait
Smoked Honey Glazed Ham
This smoked honey-glazed ham is slowly smoked and coated in a sweet onion and honey glaze. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, it’s impressive enough to wow the whole family but simple enough for a first-time smoker. Get the recipe: Smoked Honey Glazed Ham
Cheesy Cauliflower Broccoli Casserole
This broccoli cauliflower bake recipe does double duty as a vegetarian main dish or as a popular side. No canned soups are needed to create the easy, creamy sauce. Get the recipe: Cheesy Cauliflower Broccoli Casserole
Lemon-Herb Turkey Breast
This lemon-herb turkey breast comes out juicy and flavorful. Bright lemon and fresh herbs give it a fresh twist. It’s perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any smaller holiday dinner. Get the recipe: Lemon-Herb Turkey Breast
Carrot Cake Cupcakes
These easy carrot cake cupcakes are moist, one-bowl treats topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. They’re simple to make and a perfect sweet addition to an Easter brunch spread. Get the recipe: Carrot Cake Cupcakes
Potato Bacon and Egg Casserole
This potato, bacon, and egg casserole is a hearty, all-in-one dish that’s perfect for holiday brunches or any meal, really. Packed with crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and fluffy eggs, it’s the ultimate comfort food. Get the recipe: Potato Bacon and Egg Casserole
Easter Mini Egg Cookie Bars
Time to get festive with Easter Mini Egg cookie bars. Soft, melty, and packed with Cadbury Mini Eggs, they’re basically impossible to stop eating. Get the Recipe: Easter Mini Egg Cookie Bars
Hummus Deviled Eggs
Hummus deviled eggs put a tasty twist on the classic, with a creamy hummus filling. They make a healthy, protein-packed appetizer or snack. Get the recipe: Hummus Deviled Eggs
Unicorn Cheesecake Bites
There’s a little magic in these bright, colorful unicorn cheesecake bites. Creamy cheesecake meets funfetti strawberry centers, all wrapped in a sweet chocolate coating for a treat you can’t resist. Get the recipe: Unicorn Cheesecake Bites
Gluten Free Lemon Cake
This gluten-free lemon cake brings big lemon energy and doesn’t hold back. It’s the ultimate spring and summer dessert, with that perfect sweet-tart balance that basically tastes like lemonade in cake form. Get the recipe: Gluten Free Lemon Cake
Sweet Potato Egg Casserole
This sweet potato egg casserole is perfect for feeding the crew any time of day. With creamy eggs, roasted sweet potatoes, garlicky spinach, and a cheesy top, it’s also great for meal prep and reheats like a dream. Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Egg Casserole
Braided Bread
This easy braided bread recipe makes a delicious loaf of homemade bread. The simple recipe creates a soft, beautifully braided loaf that’s perfect fresh from the oven. Get the recipe: Braided Bread
Easter Bark
This no-bake Easter Bark is a fun, gift-worthy treat. Swirled chocolate, white chocolate, and mini eggs make it easy for the kids to help and are ready to enjoy in just 30 minutes. Get the recipe: Easter Bark
Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls
Easter bunny cinnamon rolls are fluffy homemade rolls shaped like little bunnies. They’re the cutest and sweetest way to kick off Easter this year. Get the recipe: Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls
Easy Almond Croissants
These homemade almond croissants are buttery, flaky, and stuffed with the kind of rich almond filling that tastes like a fancy bakery. The best part? You can pull off this recipe in just 25 minutes. Get the recipe: Easy Almond Croissants
Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies
These almond flour thumbprint cookies are a delicious way to have an inclusive cookie on your tray. They’re gluten-free and vegan, so everyone can enjoy them without a second thought. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookie
Sheet Pan Eggs Benedict
Classic eggs benny just got a major upgrade with this sheet pan version that combines English muffins, Canadian bacon, potatoes, and asparagus all in one easy bake. Top with poached eggs and hollandaise, and you’ve got a weekend treat or holiday-worthy spread. Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Eggs Benedict
Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies
These almond flour peanut butter cookies are a softer, slightly healthier take on the classic. They’re sweet, chewy, and made with almond flour instead of the usual wheat flour. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies
Ham and Cheese Croissant Bake
This easy ham, egg, and cheese croissant bake is a solid make-ahead option for mornings when you want something special. Just warm it up and enjoy for brunch or holidays. Get the recipe: Ham and Cheese Croissant Bake
Almond Flour Lemon Cookies
These almond flour lemon cookies are a zesty, gluten-free treat that’s both soft and rich. Bursting with bright lemon flavour, they’re perfect for when you need a little citrus kick. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Lemon Cookies
Easter Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Easter chocolate-covered strawberries are an easy, fun treat everyone will love. Perfect for sharing or sneaking when no one’s looking. Get the recipe: Easter Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Cadbury Egg Cookies
Easy Cadbury Egg cookies are soft, chewy, and totally Easter-ready. This quick recipe takes just 20 minutes from scratch, and sweetness is guaranteed. Get the recipe: Cadbury Egg Cookies
Smoked Rack of Lamb
This smoked rack of lamb hits all the right notes with bold, smoky flavor. Perfect for a holiday dinner party or a Sunday supper, it’s juicy, tender, and infused with garlic, rosemary, thyme, and a hint of hickory smoke. Get the recipe: Smoked Rack of Lamb
Easter M&M Cookies
Easter M&M cookies are soft, colorful treats you can make from scratch in under 20 minutes. No mixer, no chilling, just sweet, cookie-perfect goodness ready to eat. Get the recipe: Easter M&M Cookies
Dutch Oven Pot Roast with Red Wine
This Dutch oven pot roast with red wine is the ultimate comfort meal. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, it comes out melt-in-your-mouth tender and packed with rich, savory flavor. Get the recipe: Dutch Oven Pot Roast with Red Wine
Maple Glazed Ham
This maple glazed ham is a simple, 5-ingredient recipe that turns out perfectly baked and full of flavor. Sweet, savory, and totally crowd-pleasing, it’s ideal for Christmas or Easter dinner. Easy to make, which helps your holidays go smoothly. Get the recipe: Maple Glazed Ham
Peeps S’mores Dip
Peeps S’mores Dip is a ridiculously easy Easter treat made with just Peeps and chocolate chips. It’s ready in about 10 minutes, making it perfect for instant sweet cravings. Get the recipe: Peeps S’mores Dip
Green Chile Egg Casserole
This green chile egg casserole is super easy to throw together with minimal prep. It’s loaded with sausage, tortilla strips, cheese, eggs, and green chiles and is guaranteed to be a hit at any brunch. Get the recipe: Green Chile Egg Casserole
Roast Beef Tenderloin Recipe with Red Wine Sauce
This roast beef tenderloin is tender and juicy. The rich red wine sauce takes it from amazing to unforgettable without any complicated steps. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or Sunday supper. Get the recipe: Roast Beef Tenderloin Recipe with Red Wine Sauce
Easter Sugar Cookies
Every holiday is an excuse for cute themed cookies, and these Easter sugar cookies deliver. They are soft and perfect for decorating with royal icing. Get the recipe: Easter Sugar Cookies
Slow Cooker Ham with Marmalade Glaze
This slow cooker ham features a pre-cooked spiral cut topped with a sweet and sticky brown sugar apricot glaze. It’s hands-off, flavorful, and leaves your oven free for all the other holiday favorites. Let the Crockpot do the work. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Ham with Marmalade Glaze
Bird’s Nest Cookies
Bird’s nest cookies are easy, 3-ingredient no-bake treats. Topped with mini candy eggs, they make a fun and festive dessert for Easter. Get the recipe: Bird’s Nest Cookies
Garlic Herb Smoked Turkey Breast
This garlic-herb-smoked turkey breast comes out flavorful thanks to a simple brine and a homemade dry rub. This dish will steal the show during the holidays or any family dinner. Get the recipe: Garlic Herb Smoked Turkey Breast
Mini Spring Cheesecake Tarts
These mini springtime cheesecake tarts are the ultimate spring treat. Make them ahead with simple ingredients, and the individual portions mean zero messy slicing. Get the recipe: Mini Spring Cheesecake Tarts