The Best Easter Recipes for a Festive & Tasty Celebration

Hosting Easter this year? We’re answering all your questions on how to provide creative and festive Easter recipes to make your celebration memorable and tasty.

We love a good Easter menu and it is one of those holidays where food takes center stage. Regardless if you are hosting brunch or a full Easter dinner, having the right recipes on hand makes planning so much easier. That’s why we’re excited to bring some fun Easter recipe ideas that we’ve found to make this year’s Easter dinnere simple, delicious, and budget-friendly. Let’s get into it!

Easter Recipes You’ll Love for Any Meal of the Day

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Our Favorite Easter Brunch Menu Ideas

Brunch is the perfect middle ground for a relaxed, delicious way to gather friends and family without the formality of a full dinner. We are considering hosting brunch this year. These are some great menu options to make your Easter brunch a hit.

First, for an appetizer, we’re thinking deviled eggs to start. Because of course, what Easter table would be complete without deviled eggs. You can try adding avocado for a creamy texture or a dash of smoked paprika for a little extra flavor. Or follow this awesome recipe for classic deviled eggs that we found. It looks so yummy!

For the main course, we were looking at quiche recipes. A quiche makes for an elegant and easy main dish. We really like this Asparagus Quiche from the Pioneer Woman that combines tender asparagus with a rich, cheesy filling, all nestled in a flaky crust.

Any easy side dish is to incorporate seasonal produce with a vibrant spring salad. Toss together mixed greens, strawberries, goat cheese, and candied pecans, then drizzle with a light balsamic vinaigrette. We really like this Spring Salad recipe we found from Love & Lemons.

Of course, no good Easter would be complete without some kind of bread option. Have you ever tried hot cross buns? These traditional sweet buns, marked with a cross on top, are a staple for Easter. Soft, spiced, and studded with dried fruit, they pair perfectly with your brunch spread. We really like this Hot Cross Buns recipe.

And, of course, you’ll need something to drink. We suggest to keep things simple and festive with a classic mimosa. Usually it’s equal parts orange juice and sparkling wine. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute sparkling water or ginger ale. We like this spin off mimosa recipe.

Easter Lunch & Dinner Menu

If you are hosting Easter dinner, the menu will probably need to be a little more involved, but we’ve got some crazy good ideas for you.

For the appetizer, we think this light and flavorful Roasted Carrot Salad. The natural sweetness of roasted carrots pairs beautifully with a tangy dressing and fresh herbs.

For the main course, a glazed ham is a classic option for Easter dinner. This Glazed Spiral-Cut Ham recipe offers a sweet and savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven.

Have you ever tried a twist on a standard casserole? We found this comforting Old-School Squash Casserole combines tender squash with a creamy, cheesy filling and a buttery cracker topping.

If you want more of the standard side, you can’t go wrong with a touch of green to your plate. We found this Garlic Parmesan Green Beans that sounds absolutely delightful. They’re simple to prepare and full of flavor.

And what would Easter dinner be without dessert. We LOVE a good dessert, but nothing is more fitting than a carrot cake, right?! Finish your meal with a moist and spiced Classic Carrot Cake, complete with cream cheese frosting. It’s a crowd-pleaser that embodies the flavors of the season.

No matter what your Easter menu turns out to be, we all know it is about gathering with loved ones and enjoying a delicious meal. No matter which meal you’re hosting, these Easter recipes will help you put together a budget-friendly and stress-free spread.

What are your go-to Easter dishes? Let us know in the comments!

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