A collection of amazing Easter recipes including delicious options for main course dishes, casseroles, vegetable sides and decadent desserts such as instant pot ham, strawberry spinach salad and peanut butter eggs. It’s the ultimate menu plan for any Easter brunch or dinner.
Easter is one of those holidays that calls for a big feast with family gathered round. For us, it doesn’t feel like Easter if there isn’t a big ham on the table with all the sides and desserts the family can muster. That’s why I put together this list of tasty Easter recipes, so you can put together your own Easter feast or even add to it this year.
The kids always look forward to helping with Easter treats when the holiday rolls around. I like to try and find something useful yet fun when choosing what recipes they will get to make. I’ve included some dessert recipes specifically for Easter that the kids would love.
Easter has a lot of sides similar to Thanksgiving so it always feels like we get two Thanksgivings at our house each year. Of course, many of the sides are lighter and center around vegetables to match the spring vibes. It wouldn’t be an Easter feast without plenty of vegetables to choose from.
These amazing recipes cover everything from dinner to dessert. Sometimes we just need inspiration or maybe a reminder of those classic dishes that are always a hit. Either way, this list of recipes has you covered.
I recommend choosing a main course to start, like a ham or some spring lamb. Next, pick a starchy side, potato dishes are always popular this time of the year. Choose at least one or two veggies to round out the meal; I often go with a green vegetable and one other type. Finally, select a festive dessert for a sweet finish to the meal. Looking for more Easter treats? Check out my list of 30 Easter Dessert Recipes and 22 Easter Peeps Recipes.
Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
This make ahead loaded mashed potato casserole is full of bacon, cheese, sour cream and chives – it’s the perfect no-fuss side dish for a holiday meal.
This recipe for honey roasted carrots is whole carrots, bathed in honey and seasonings, then roasted over high heat until tender and caramelized. A super easy yet elegant side dish!
These grilled lamb chops are coated in a savory garlic and herb marinade, then cooked to tender perfection. A quick and easy dinner option that's both easy and elegant, and always gets rave reviews!
This recipe for a sweet potato casserole with marshmallows is mashed spiced sweet potatoes, topped with both a pecan streusel topping and plenty of mini marshmallows. A holiday classic that’s a family favorite!
This coca cola ham is a spiral cut ham coated in a coke and brown sugar glaze, then baked to perfection. A 3 ingredient recipe that’s perfect for a special occasion!
This fresh strawberry pie recipe is a no bake delight that’s made with a graham cracker crust, loads of fresh strawberries and a sweet glaze. Top it with whipped cream for a show stopping finish to any meal!
These bacon wrapped asparagus bundles are an easy yet elegant side dish that’s sure to garner rave reviews! The asparagus stalks are wrapped in bacon, coated in a brown sugar glaze and roasted to perfection.
This scalloped potatoes and ham recipe is a layered casserole of thinly sliced potatoes in cheese sauce with diced ham, all baked together to golden brown perfection. A hearty and satisfying main course or side dish option that always gets rave reviews!
This strawberry spinach salad is a blend of baby spinach leaves, fresh strawberries, red onion, almonds, feta cheese and avocado, all tossed in a poppy seed dressing. A fresh and colorful salad that's fit for any occasion!
These bacon roasted brussels sprouts are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and full of smoky flavor. An easy side dish that will convert even the most staunch brussels sprouts haters!
These no bake birds nest cookies are made with chocolate, butterscotch and chow mein noodles, then finished off with candy eggs. The perfect easy Easter dessert!
This Instant Pot ham is a spiral ham coated in a 3 ingredient glaze, then pressure cooked to tender perfection. A quick and easy way to prepare ham that always gets rave reviews!
These candied carrots are sliced carrots in a brown sugar and butter glaze that are simmered until tender. It’s a super easy side dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a holiday meal!
This ham glaze is a combination of butter, brown sugar, pineapple juice and spices, all simmered together until thickened. Coat a ham in this glaze, then bake the ham to golden brown perfection and watch the rave reviews come in.
This zucchini gratin is layers of tender sauteed zucchini and cheese in a creamy sauce, topped with breadcrumbs and baked to perfection. A simple yet elegant side dish!
This recipe for berry chantilly cake is a light and yellow cake with plenty of fresh berries and a unique fluffy whipped cream frosting. The perfect cake for a celebration!
This rack of lamb is coated with garlic and fresh herbs, then roasted in the oven until tender and juicy. The perfect recipe for any special occasion that takes just minutes to put together!
I love how this Roundup focuses on a complete Easter meal. From appetizers to main course to sides to desserts, it’s all here. What a help with Easter menu planning!
Just in time. This roundup is absolutely fantastic. These’s so many lovely things I will make for Easter . Some of these recipes I’m going to make again and again, not just for Easter. All look delicious!
This is a great collection of Easter dishes. I love all the veggies that are available this time of year. It’s almost difficult to choose which to serve. Here in Italy, lamb is traditional rather than ham. I usually roast a leg or shoulder but love the idea of the lamb shanks recipe in this list. Might do something different this year!
Thanks for such an amazing list of delicious recipes. Perfect festive timing. Have to try a few of them for Easter.
I love how this Roundup focuses on a complete Easter meal. From appetizers to main course to sides to desserts, it’s all here. What a help with Easter menu planning!
Love this collection of Easter classics! I’m looking forward to our Easter dinner and will definitely be trying some of these recipes this year!
Thank you for this great collection of recipes! I’m in charge of half of Easter dinner this year and this will make my life so much easier!
Better than store-bought and so much more wholesome! Loving these!
Just in time. This roundup is absolutely fantastic. These’s so many lovely things I will make for Easter . Some of these recipes I’m going to make again and again, not just for Easter. All look delicious!
Every recipe looks delicious and I need to definitely try them out. Thanks for all the recipes.
This all looks amazing. I’ll have to try he Coca Cola Ham.
So many delicious ideas for Easter! Thanks for the inspiration 🙂
What a great collection! I was just about to start planning my menu, so this is perfect timing!
So glad I found all your recipes! I needed some ideas for Easter, and I definitely got them from your blog!
One stop shop for everything to eat on Easter! There are so many delicious recipes to chose from; excellent round up!
So many good ideas here! I always love to add something new to the menu. I think that zucchini recipe will be a winner!
Amazing and delicious Easter recipes. Have to surely try each of them. They all look so perfect.
Oh my, I want to try ALL of these! Especially the desserts 😉 Thanks so much for sharing!
This is a great collection of Easter recipes! I especially love all the veggie sides.
This is a great collection of Easter dishes. I love all the veggies that are available this time of year. It’s almost difficult to choose which to serve. Here in Italy, lamb is traditional rather than ham. I usually roast a leg or shoulder but love the idea of the lamb shanks recipe in this list. Might do something different this year!
Fabulous round up! I think I just planned my Easter Brunch menu!