Celebrating Easter? Discover 637 festive recipes in The Easter Cookbook — everything from holiday brunch to a showstopping Easter dinner.
Easter is one of the most exciting times of year in the kitchen. Whether you’re planning a big family brunch, a casual spring dinner, or a full holiday feast, these Easter recipes cover everything you need — from showstopping mains to irresistible desserts and fresh spring sides. We’ve gathered the best recipes from our collection to help you plan the perfect Easter menu.
Easter Brunch Favorites
Easter morning calls for something special. A leisurely brunch with family is one of the best ways to start the holiday. These recipes are crowd-pleasers that can be partially prepped ahead.
- Cinnamon Roll Bake — a pull-apart bake that feeds a crowd with almost no effort. Prep it the night before and bake fresh Easter morning.
- Crepes Aux Fines Herbes — delicate, savory French crepes filled with fresh herbs. Elegant and surprisingly simple.
- Crepe a La Nadine — a sweet crepe variation perfect for a festive brunch spread.
- Gluten-Free Lemonade Scones — light, fluffy scones with bright lemon flavor. Gluten-free but nobody will know the difference.
- Chocolate Chip Muffins — bakery-style muffins the kids will love on Easter morning.
Easter Main Dishes
The centerpiece of your Easter table deserves to impress. These mains range from elegant classics to comforting crowd-pleasers.
- Classic Corned Beef and Vegetables — a hearty, traditional Easter main with tender beef and perfectly cooked vegetables.
- Coq Au Vin — French braised chicken in red wine with mushrooms and pearl onions. A stunning Easter centerpiece that mostly cooks itself.
- Chicken Shawarma Sandwich — for a more relaxed Easter gathering, this Middle Eastern-inspired chicken is packed with flavor and comes together quickly.
- Chicken Marsala — silky mushroom and Marsala wine sauce over golden pan-fried chicken. Restaurant-quality at home.
- Spanakopita — crispy phyllo pastry filled with spinach and feta cheese. A gorgeous vegetarian option for Easter dinner.
Easter Salads and Sides
Fresh, bright sides bring the flavors of spring to your Easter table. These complement any main and can be made ahead.
- Fresh Corn Salad — sweet, crunchy and colorful. A perfect spring side dish.
- Classic Coleslaw — tangy, not-too-sweet coleslaw that’s the ideal complement to rich Easter mains.
- Imitation Crab Salad — light, creamy, and perfect for spring. Great as a starter or side.
- Tahini Miso Dressing — drizzle this umami-rich dressing over any green salad for instant Easter flair.
- Cowboy Caviar Black Bean Dip — colorful, tangy and crowd-pleasing. Serve as an appetizer while the main dish finishes cooking.
Easter Soups and Starters
Start your Easter feast right with a light soup or elegant appetizer.
- Cream Corn and Crab Soup — velvety, elegant and impressive. Perfect for a spring dinner party starter.
- Vegetarian Corn Chowder — hearty yet light chowder that works as a starter or light main.
- Spring Roll Dipping Sauce — bright, tangy sauce for spring rolls or fresh vegetable platters. A perfect Easter party appetizer addition.
- Homemade Hummus — creamy, fresh hummus made from scratch. Far better than store-bought and wonderfully easy.
- Light Tzatziki Sauce — cool, herby Greek yogurt dip that pairs with vegetables, pita, or as a sauce for lamb.
Easter Desserts
No Easter is complete without an incredible dessert spread. These recipes range from classic Easter showstoppers to easy treats the whole family will love.
- Best Ever Carrot Cake — the quintessential Easter dessert. Moist, spiced cake with luscious cream cheese frosting. This one lives up to its name.
- Crinkle-Top Chocolate Cookies — fudgy, chewy, and dusted with powdered sugar. A chocolate lover’s Easter dream.
- Cookie Cake — chewy bakery-style cookie cake that’s fun to decorate for Easter with pastel frosting.
- Cookie Tarts — buttery individual tarts that are perfect for Easter gift boxes or a dessert platter.
- Chilled Fruit Custard — a light, creamy custard dessert loaded with fresh fruit. A lighter Easter dessert option.
- Crockpot Hot Fudge Cake — fudgy chocolate cake made in the slow cooker. Set it and forget it while you enjoy Easter with family.
- Dirt Cake — a fun, crowd-pleasing no-bake dessert that’s especially popular with kids at Easter gatherings.
Easter Drinks and Cocktails
Round out your Easter menu with festive drinks for all ages.
- Boricua Coquito — a creamy coconut drink that works beautifully as an Easter celebratory cocktail.
- Cava Sangria — bubbly, fruit-forward sangria made with Spanish cava. Perfect for Easter brunch or dinner.
Tips for Planning Your Easter Menu
Plan ahead: Many Easter dishes — carrot cake, coleslaw, crab salad — actually taste better made a day in advance. Use that to your advantage and reduce Easter morning stress.
Balance your menu: Aim for one impressive main, two or three sides, a starter or soup, and two desserts. That’s a complete Easter feast without overwhelming yourself.
Think about dietary needs: With dishes like Spanakopita, Vegetarian Corn Chowder, and Gluten-Free Lemonade Scones, there’s something on this list for vegetarian and gluten-free guests too.
Keep it seasonal: Spring means fresh — prioritize recipes featuring lemon, fresh herbs, asparagus, corn, and light proteins. Your guests will taste the difference.
More Easter Inspiration
Looking for more ideas? Browse our full Easter recipe collection for dozens more dishes, or explore our Breakfast & Brunch recipes for more holiday morning ideas.