Easter Recipes

Staff Picks

Pull-Apart Easter Blossom Bread

A rich eggy dough is twisted into pretty flowers, then filled with jam in this decadent Easter bread. Be sure to look at the pictures for how it is formed. Lemon curd is an option to replace the jam.

By Sarah-May

Simple Deviled Eggs

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The eggs are delicious, and it's easy to make more for larger gatherings. I've added onion and celery for a little more flavor and texture.

By Suzanne EE

A great holiday ham glaze needs to have three things: wonderful flavor, gorgeous, shiny appearance, and a crispy, crackling crust you can hear across the room. I'm happy to report this easy-to-make glaze has all those things in abundance.

By Chef John

Hot Cross Buns I

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Hot cross buns! Hot cross buns!

By LITSTER5

Roasted Rack of Lamb

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I have had this recipe for a long time, and always enjoy making it. You can also do the same thing with beef or pork.

By JENNINE1980

Braided Easter Egg Bread

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This decorative Easter bread has whole eggs baked into it! Do not cook the whole eggs, as they will bake at the same time that the bread does. The eggs can also be dyed for extra color.

By MARBALET

Carrot Pineapple Cake I

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The carrots and pineapple work together to keep this cake moist and wholesome.

By Linda

Easter Meat Pie

This meat pie is a winner every Easter. Stuffed full of ham, salami, and prosciutto, as well as ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses, this pie really satisfies!

By PAMSTER2

Easter Buttermilk Hot Cross Buns

These are a family tradition for Easter brunch.

By violet

Almond Ricotta Cake

Perfect for Easter, this Italian almond ricotta cake is made with almond flour and ricotta and is naturally gluten free.

By Anonymous

Torta Rustica

This savory pie is served at room temperature. Two teaspoons dried basil may be substituted for fresh basil. Use ham or prosciutto ham.

By Ann

Aunt Connie's Coconut Cake

Aunt Connie made this cake for special occasions. It is as wonderful as she was, and I remember her every time I make it.

By Diana

Inspiration and Ideas

Recipes for a Cozy Easter Dinner

You may be cooking on a smaller scale this year, but your Easter dinner can still be as delicious as ever! Check out our gallery of ideas.

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How To Make Scalloped Potatoes

Small-Scale Desserts

Our Best Easter Brunch Casseroles

Five-Star Ham Recipes

Best Classic Potato Salad

Creamy, tangy, and crunchy, with a hint of spice and sweetness from pickles, this reminds me of my grandmother's potato salad served every Easter or any time we had barbecue. She always dotted it with olives for a finishing touch and a perfect briny addition. This is the best classic version of good old-fashioned, Southern-style potato salad. Not too mayonaissey with just the right amount of tang! Serve with grilled or smoked meats as the perfect side dish.

More Easter Ideas

How To Make Hard-Boiled Eggs

Get firm whites and creamy yolks every time you cook eggs.

By Vanessa Greaves

Chef John's Pizza Rustica

Some people describe pizza rustica as an Italian meat-filled quiche, but I think this traditional Easter recipe is way closer to a savory cheesecake filled with a massive amount of goodness. The light, flaky crust holds together an embarrassment of riches--sausage, smoked ham, salami, and pepperoni, plus ricotta, mozzarella, and Pecorino Romano cheeses. It's definitely not like pizza! Note: To be sure you have enough dough for the crust, you might want to double the dough recipe!

By Chef John

Cute Cinnamon Roll Bunnies

How to make cinnamon roll bunnies.

By Vanessa Greaves

Simply Steamed Asparagus

Makes even tough asparagus, tender and tasty! Try using vinaigrette dressing in place of the butter too.

By KIMIRAEJ

Blender Hollandaise Sauce

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The easiest way to get perfect Hollandaise sauce is to use a blender. This recipe has all the same ingredients as the classic, but no double boiler and no chance of the sauce separating. I love the lemony flavor on fresh steamed asparagus!

By chellebelle

Our Best Easter Side Dishes

These side dishes are the real showstoppers for your Easter spread.

Spinach-Green Bean Casserole

This is such a great dish! You can get creative by adding more options like water chestnuts, nuts, green onion, shrimp... the list is endless. This recipe was a accidental mixture that has been a hit over and over.

By Valerie Roman

Oven-Roasted Asparagus

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Salty and savory, the roasting method kills the natural bitterness of asparagus. Try it next to grilled fish or lamb.

By swedishmilk

Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls

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This recipe is absolutely delicious. I make them the night before, take them out in the morning and let them rise. I have also made sticky buns with this recipe using a coconut/pecan frosting for the bottom of my pan.

By ARVILLALAR

Delicious Egg Salad for Sandwiches

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This is a wonderful-tasting egg salad sandwich that you will definitely devour. It's really good on rye.

By wifeyluvs2cook

Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes

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This is my husband's favorite dish, and he considers it a special occasion every time I make it. The creamy cheese sauce and the tender potatoes in this classic French dish combine to make a deliciously addictive experience. It's a great side dish with a roast pork loin or beef tenderloin. Add a green salad and French bread, and you have found the magic path to a man's heart. To avoid lumps in your sauce, add the milk just a little at a time as you stir the flour and butter. Experiment with different cheeses for variety.

By CathyM

Grandma's Lemon Meringue Pie

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This is a very fun recipe to follow, because Grandma makes it sweet and simple. This pie is thickened with cornstarch and flour in addition to egg yolks, and contains no milk.

By Emilie S.

Strawberry Spinach Salad I

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Someone brought this salad to a pot luck dinner and I had to have the recipe. I have made it many, many times since then and I have been asked for the recipe every time I bring it somewhere. It is also a great way to get kids to eat spinach!

By TOZENUF

Carrot Cake III

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I've tried many carrot cakes, and this is my favorite recipe. If you don't like pecans, feel free to leave them out.

By Tammy Elliott

Strawberry Pie II

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This is my favorite pie. It is very easy to make. I got the recipe many years ago in North Jersey. It is from the Sussex County Strawberry Farms.

By OKBEE

Fresh Rhubarb Pie

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Mom used to grow her own rhubarb in her backyard, and when her rhubarb was ripe, what great pies she made! I will enclose her recipe.

By Carol

Strawberry Shortcake

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An old-fashioned, tender shortcake with two layers of strawberries topped with whipped cream.

By Denyse

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

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This is an authentic, really rich pie stuffed with spinach, onions, cheeses and herbs that are all enfolded by crispy, flaky phyllo dough.

By SILVERWOLF

Old Fashioned Coconut Cream Pie

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This is a tried-and-true, old-fashioned coconut cream pie. Took many years of searching and baking to find the right one and this is it! Enjoy!

By Carol H.

Mom's Scalloped Potatoes

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This is the way my mother always made her scalloped potatoes. The measurements are taken from other recipes because she always just winged it, but the method is the same. The key is to heat the milk first!

By Jane Boswell-Purdy

Ooey-Gooey Cinnamon Buns

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These buns are sooo good hot from the oven when they're gooey and warm.

By dakota kelly

Crustless Spinach Quiche

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I serve this in the summer for brunch with a side of sausage links and a fresh fruit bowl!

By ANY14TNS

Best Carrot Cake Ever

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A moist and flavorful recipe that makes a large quantity of cake. I have been hounded to make this cake time and time again.

By Nan

Louisiana Crawfish Boil

What a feast! Invite the family and dig into this messy, yummy boil. Combining crawfish, sausage, corn, mushrooms, potatoes, and artichokes, this is a dish you'll crave over and over. Add other seafood or vegetables to your liking.

By IMANKAY

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