Feast your eyes on these 28 must-try Easter food ideas! From easy-peasy bird’s nest cookies with 4 ingredients to delightful Easter desserts, this lineup is a culinary adventure waiting to happen. Ready to elevate your Easter menu?
Easter is a time of celebration and indulgence, which means delicious food is a must! From traditional Easter dishes to fun and creative treats, there are endless options to choose from.
This list of yummy Easter food ideas includes recipes for:
- Traditional Easter dishes
- Creative Easter treats
- Festive Main Courses
- Tempting Easter Treats
- Creative Easter Desserts
Whether you’re hosting a feast for family or just looking for some new recipes to try, here are 28 must-try Easter food ideas that will not disappoint.
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Easter Food Ideas For Main Meals
Braised Lamb Shanks
Make this Braised Lamb Shanks Recipe—it's super cozy and simple. All you have to do is sear the lamb first for the perfect crispy coating. Then pop it in the oven with tomatoes, carrots, wine, spices, and fresh herbs for 2.5 hours.
Sheet Pan Ham Dinner
Need an easy dinner idea for a hectic weeknight? Try this sheet pan ham dinner with tasty rosemary potatoes, green beans, and juicy ham steaks. Quick, delicious, and loved by the whole family on Easter.
Honey Mustard Glazed Spiral Ham
Looking for Easter Food Ideas? Elevate your holiday feast with the ultimate Honey Mustard Glazed Spiral Ham!! It's slow-roasted with a delicious glaze that your loved ones will absolutely adore.
Pizza Giana Rustica Italian Pie
Ever tried Pizza Giana Rustica? Feast your eyes on the ultimate culinary fusion: part meat pie, quiche, pizza, and calzone! Packed with generous meats and cheeses, it's the ideal Easter brunch or dinner delight.
Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Drumsticks
Try these yummy Brown Sugar Garlic Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks! I love the blend of sweet brown sugar, garlic butter, and flavorful soy sauce. Achieve the perfect crispiness outside and juicy goodness inside, all thanks to the magic of the air fryer!
Slow Roasted Leg of Lamb
Feeling the holiday vibes with a mouthwatering roast lamb leg! Easy to cook, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Complete with yummy gravy and roasted veggies. Easter Food Ideas like this are sure to be a smash hit.
Appetizers & Sides
Deviled Eggs
Make the yummiest Deviled Eggs with 10 tasty toppings to switch it up! I use the Instant Pot for super quick peeling. Enjoy them as a delicious snack or grab-and-go breakfast.
Guacamole Deviled Eggs
Switch it up with Guacamole Deviled Eggs – a healthy twist on the classic! Ideal for snacking or as an appetizer at your next gathering.
Pancake Mix Pulled Pork Fritters
Got leftover shredded pork? Sweet meets savory in this easy recipe – ideal for parties, brunch, BBQs, or family dinners. A crowd-pleaser that's simple to whip up! Easter food ideas like pork fritters are definitely worth a try!
Chicken Spinach Pinwheels
Try this awesome baked chicken pinwheel recipe. It’s perfect for a quick meal or snack any day, any time! Great for lunchboxes or after-school munchies.
Egg Salad With Greek Yogurt
You have try this yummy egg salad! Swap mayo for Greek yogurt—it's a quick, tasty meal or a BBQ side for Easter and summer gatherings. Plus, it's low carb, high protein, gluten-free, and keto-friendly.
Our Top Picks
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Looking for sweet Easter Food ideas? This carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is a must-try! While there are countless recipes out there, I'm all about the pineapple, nuts, and coconut combo.
3 Ingredient Cheesecake Easter Fudge
With only 3 simple ingredients you can make this adorable Easter Fudge! My favorite part is the festive sprinkles shaped like bunnies and carrots!
Chocolate Easter Bundt Cake
Are you ready for Easter yet? What about the Food Menu? If you really want to impress your guests check out this Easter bundt cake with bunnies. It has vanilla and coffee flavors that tastes delicious with the rich chocolate.
Loaded Hashbrown Casserole
This yummy Hashbrown Casserole is like a loaded baked potato, but better with a hint of ranch seasoning. It's a super easy recipe that you'll love making again and again. Not to mention the whole family can enjoy it on Easter!
Honey, Thyme, and Lemon Glazed Carrots
Quick and easy Honey Thyme Lemon Glazed Carrots – ready in just 20 minutes! Great for Italian dinners or festive occasions like Easter. The zesty combo of lemon and thyme, sweetened with honey in a simple sauce. Plus, it's gluten-free and vegetarian!
Ginger Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls
Try these tasty Ginger Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze! It’s a delicious Easter breakfast or brunch! Featuring a carrot cake base, crystallized candied ginger, walnuts, and carrot cake spices!
Vegetarian Recipes
Easter Egg Cupcakes
These cute Easter Egg Cupcakes are a blast for Easter! Kids have a great time decorating them too! The best part is that they are gluten-free, vegan, and allergy friendly! If you need vegetarian Easter Food Ideas look no further.
Whipped Cream Fruit Salad
This tasty fruit salad with homemade whipped cream is the perfect side dish! Whether it's at a holiday dinner or a summer cookout, it's simple, fresh, and everyone loves it. A sure hit with both the crowd and the family!
Hot Cross Buns
These gluten-free Hot Cross Buns are like little pillows of sweetness and spice! They're easy to make, vegan, and perfect for Easter. Golden brown, topped with icing crosses – your family will love them for years!
Air Fryer Banana Bread Cookies
Made these yummy one-bowl vegan banana bread cookies in the air fryer with apple oat crumble using box cake mix. They're warm, cozy, and great for a dairy-free eaters.
Vegan Carrot Cake Cupcakes
Everyone will love these amazing vegan carrot cake cupcakes! That’s because they are moist, tender, and perfectly spiced! But the best part is the vanilla buttercream frosting. One-bowl wonders ready in under 30 minutes!
Sweet Treats & Desserts
Peanut Butter Eggs
Chocolate Easter Food Ideas with peanut butter really make my mouth water. These peanut butter eggs taste way better than store-bought Reese's! They're super simple to make, and you won't want to go back to store ones!
Italian Easter Bread
This Italian Easter bread is rich, buttery and delicious made with brioche bread! It’s soft, tender, with just the right amount of sweet. Topped with crunchy nonpareils and each braided piece comes with a surprise: a dyed hard-boiled egg right in the center!
Chocolate Bark Brownies
These Easter Brownies are a must for any Easter bash or springtime get-together. Featuring chocolate brownies with swirls of dark chocolate bark and cute candy eggs – they're not just pretty but also super fun to whip up and taste amazing.
Robin's Egg Easter Cupcakes
Check out these cute Easter cupcakes with robin's egg vibes! The vanilla cake is super soft, and the blue-speckled frosting is swirled like a nest, topped with mini Cadbury eggs. Perfect and easy for Easter!
Robin's Egg Easter Donuts
Easter just got sweeter with these oven-baked vanilla donuts! Topped with a delightful speckled-blue 'robin's egg' buttercream for that perfect spring feel. Who says delicious can't be adorable?
Birds Nest Cookies
No-bake bird's nest cookies with chocolate, butterscotch, chow mein noodles, and candy eggs. Super easy, just 5 minutes, and 4 ingredients. Your go-to treat – adorable and delicious!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why Do We Celebrate Easter?
People celebrate Easter traditionally as a Christian festival. It is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the Bible. According to Christianity Christ died on a cross on Good Friday before being buried for three days.
On the third day, he rose from the dead. Easter has also become about celebrating time with family and our loved ones for example, a common tradition of hiding candy in plastic eggs and or hard boiled painted eggs for the kids is expected every year!
What are some traditional Easter foods?
Some traditional Easter foods include ham, lamb, hot cross buns, and deviled eggs. These dishes have become staples in many households during the holiday season. Other popular desserts and treats include carrot cake, chocolate eggs, and Peeps marshmallow candies.
Dive into the Easter spirit with these 28 must-try food ideas! From easy no-bake bird’s nest cookies to delightful Easter desserts, there’s something for everyone.
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