Planning an Easter feast doesn’t have to be stressful! The key is good planning and advanced prepping. Oh, and the most delicious recipes. That’s where I come in.
I’m bringing you 18 of my favorite Easter recipes to help round out your holiday feast with less stress. I have included holiday appetizers, fun bakes, sweet treats, Easter desserts and savory sides.
And the key? You’ll be able to prep everything in advance so you can relax with the whole family on the holiday. Let’s dive in!
Easter Bites (To Start the Party)
Start your Easter celebrations with these crowd-pleasing small bites that are easy to prep and packed with flavor.
Classic Deviled Eggs
These savory Easter eggs are the perfect way to kick off your holiday meal.
This is a classic family recipe that has stood the test of time, due to both the addictive flavor and ease of preparation.
Bonus! This is a great appetizer for anyone sticking to a high protein, low carb or gluten free diet.
Take advantage of the fresh spring produce and top them with fresh herbs like chives or tarragon.
Spring Cheese Board
Is it even a holiday without a cheese board?
This delicious appetizer tray combines bright spring fruits and jams with creamy, lighter cheeses that are perfect for the season.
I’ll show you, step-by-step, how to shop for the ingredients and build the board. It’s the best way to welcome the whole family to your holiday celebration!
Spinach Artichoke Bites
Spinach artichoke dip is a classic that we can all agree on, yes? Ok.
What if we loaded bite-sized little puffs with spinach artichoke dip and baked them up golden brown? Set these make-ahead appetizers out for your guests when they arrive and watch them disappear.
Side Dishes that Make The Meal
Holidays are all about the sides, you know it’s true! Here are some slam dunks to round out your meal.
Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes
Nothing satisfies like this creamy, comforting, delicious side dish that pairs beautifully with so many different main dishes.
I love the addition of sweet corn, as it brings the promise of warmer weather and fresh summer produce.
Don’t sleep on this recipe! Find it here.
Chicken Macaroni Salad
A cold side dish is a refreshing complement to rich mains like ham and roast lamb.
We love this chicken macaroni salad for its tangy, sweet dressing and crunchy veggies.
Make it ahead so you can just serve it right out of the fridge on the big day!
Creamy Zucchini Casserole
This casserole is, hands down, the best thing that has ever happened to zucchini.
Tangy sour cream and sharp aged Gruyere take the flavor over the top! This is one of those veggies sides that makes you want to eat your veggies.
Easter Brunch Ideas
Easter brunch is my jam! Mix up a pitcher of mimosas and enjoy these festive brunch ideas.
Everything Bagel Casserole with Smoked Salmon
This savory make-ahead casserole is filled with garlicky bagels, cream cheese and salty, smoky salmon. It’s a bagel and lox in a whole new way!
Let it sit in the fridge the night before, and all you’ll have to do on Easter morning is bake it until golden and puffy.
Epic Brunch Board
If you’ve got kids at brunch, they’ll love this fun breakfast board.
It’s fully loaded with mini pancakes, waffles, bagels, fruits and all the spreads. Let your guests mix and match while you kick back and relax.
I’ll give you the shopping list and step-by-step instructions for how to build it! Just click here.
Cinnamon Raisin Breakfast Bake
Simple ingredients make this easy brunch casserole a no brainer for entertaining.
Offer warm maple syrup to drizzle on top for a festive touch.
Sausage, Egg and Cheese Strata
If you like a frittata, you’ll love this make-ahead breakfast strata even more.
Cheese, mushrooms and shallots give this casserole a gorgeous and robust savory flavor profile. Holiday worthy for sure!
Festive Easter Bakes
Italian Easter Bread
If you really want to get into the Easter spirit, this sweet, colorful bread is a great way to do it.
Have fun dying Easter eggs, and then use them to decorate this pretty braided loaf. And it doubles as a gorgeous centerpiece for Easter brunch or Easter dinner.
Puff Pastry Danish
I love when baked goods only look like they were hard to make.
This one, using frozen puff pastry, makes a stunning impression and couldn’t be easier to prepare. Your guests will love serving themselves a slice!
Homemade Portuguese Sweet Bread Rolls
Portuguese sweet bread, known as “massa sovada” or “pão doce,” is a soft, sweet bread that is traditionally enjoyed on Easter.
These pillowy rolls have a glossy exterior and are so fun to pull apart at the Easter table.
Easter Sweets and Treats
No Easter meal is complete without indulgent desserts and festive sweet treats. Here are my favorites:
Easter Candy Charcuterie Board
Make this epic candy spread a new Easter tradition!
Fully loaded with all the good stuff like chocolate bunnies, marshmallow chicks and colored jellybeans, there’s something for every sweet tooth on this board.
I’ll show you what to buy and how to build it when you click here.
Orange Butter Cake with Vanilla Glaze
This cake is truly my favorite of all the Easter cakes. Its bright, sweet and citrusy with a beautiful color.
And the sweet vanilla glaze gives it that perfect finishing touch. Don’t skip this one!
No-Bake Banana Pudding
Assemble these luscious layers of pudding, bananas and vanilla wafers ahead of time.
Then, when dessert rolls around, all you’ll have to do is sit back and let the compliments roll in.
Peeps Bunny Sugar Cookies
These super cute Easter cookies are perfect for when you want to decorate cookies but have limited time.
A simple coating of colored sugar and a tiny bit of frosting with make you look like a pro! And the simple sugar cookie batter is easy to roll and cut – perfect for beginners.
Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake
Elegant and elevated, yet easy to prepare, this butter cake takes the indulgence level over the top.
There won’t be leftovers of this one!
With a little planning and smart prepping, your Easter menu can be both delicious and low-stress.
Let me know which recipes you’re trying, I love hearing from you! Happy Easter!
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