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Easter always feels like the true beginning of spring cooking.
Fresh salads, egg recipes, sweet breads and simple desserts start appearing on the table again. Some families prepare large holiday meals, while others keep things simple with brunch, a few desserts and seasonal dishes.
Over the years on CookingLSL, I’ve shared many recipes that work beautifully for Easter – from traditional Eastern European breads to easy brunch recipes, spring salads and festive desserts.
This collection brings together some of my favorite Easter recipes from the blog, along with dishes readers return to every year when planning their holiday menus.
You’ll find a mix of sweet treats, classic egg recipes, simple lamb dishes and fresh spring sides that can help you create a relaxed and delicious Easter table.
Easter Egg Recipes
Eggs are one of the most traditional foods served during Easter celebrations. These recipes are simple, festive and perfect for brunch tables or appetizers.
How to Dye Eggs With Onion Skins
A beautiful traditional method for coloring Easter eggs naturally using onion skins.
The Best Deviled Eggs With Pickles
A classic deviled eggs recipe with a slightly tangy flavor from chopped pickles.
Hummus Deviled Eggs (Low Carb Keto)
A lighter twist on deviled eggs made with creamy hummus.
Hard Boiled Eggs in the Air Fryer
A surprisingly easy way to cook perfect hard boiled eggs without using a pot of water.
Traditional Easter Bread Recipes
Sweet breads are an important part of Easter traditions across many cultures. These recipes are perfect for breakfast, brunch or serving alongside coffee and dessert.
Bulgarian Easter Bread (Kozunak)
A traditional sweet braided bread served during Easter celebrations.
Mini Braided Easter Bread
A smaller version of classic Easter bread that looks beautiful on holiday tables.
Easter Bread Muffins
A simple shortcut version of Easter bread baked in muffin tins.
Cold Rising Easter Bread With Yeast And Yogurt
A version that uses slow fermentation to develop flavor.
Easter Bread Horn Rolls With Rose Hip Jam
Soft sweet rolls filled with jam that are perfect for brunch.
Easter Desserts and Sweet Treats
Dessert is often the highlight of Easter celebrations. These recipes range from classic cakes to easy no-bake treats.
Easy Easter Bunny Cake
A nostalgic and fun dessert that many people remember from childhood.
Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
A classic spring cake with warm spices and creamy frosting.
Carrot Cake Roll
A soft carrot cake rolled with cream cheese filling.
Classic Lemon Bars With Shortbread Crust
Bright and tangy lemon bars with buttery crust.
Easy Easter Oreo Truffles
A simple no-bake treat made with crushed Oreo cookies and cream cheese.
Raw Vegan Raffaello Truffles
A lighter coconut dessert inspired by the famous candy.
Milk Strawberry Jell-O Mold Bundt Cake
A retro dessert that’s colorful and fun for spring gatherings.
Honey Layer Cake (Medovik)
A traditional Eastern European cake with thin honey layers and cream filling.
Crepe Cake
Layers of delicate crepes stacked with cream filling.
Easter Brunch Recipes
Many families enjoy a relaxed brunch during Easter weekend. These recipes are great for serving in the morning or early afternoon.
Ham Spinach Mushroom and Zucchini Frittata
A hearty egg dish filled with vegetables.
Crostini With Quail Eggs
Small appetizers that look elegant on any holiday table.
Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich
A creamy sandwich that works well for brunch or lunch.
Easter Lamb Recipes
Lamb is one of the most traditional main dishes served during Easter. These recipes are simple and perfect for special occasions.
Bone-In Leg of Lamb Recipe
A classic roasted lamb dish for holiday dinners.
Slow Cooker Boneless Leg of Lamb
An easy hands-off way to cook tender lamb.
Lamb Loin Chops in the Oven
A quick and flavorful lamb dinner.
Easy Roasted Rack of Lamb
A classic Easter centerpiece dish.
Fresh Easter Salads and Spring Sides
Spring vegetables make the perfect lighter dishes to balance richer holiday foods.
Marouli Salad (Greek Lettuce Salad)
A fresh Mediterranean lettuce salad with dill, cucumbers and feta.
Bulgarian Green Salad
A simple vegetable salad that pairs well with almost any main dish.
Black Rice Salad
A hearty salad with great texture and nutty flavor.
Roasted Carrots and Radishes With Summer Savory
Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of spring vegetables.
Oven Roasted Red Potatoes
Crispy potatoes that work with almost any Easter main dish.
Easter Drinks
Raspberry Mojito
A refreshing cocktail made with raspberries, lime and mint.
Tips for Planning an Easy Easter Menu
If you’re hosting Easter this year, your menu doesn’t need to be complicated.
A simple combination usually works best:
• one main dish (like lamb or frittata)
• one or two vegetable sides
• a fresh salad
• one or two desserts
Many of these recipes can also be prepared ahead of time, which makes hosting much easier.
More Spring Recipes You May Like
If you enjoy seasonal cooking, you may also like:
• Pan Seared Salmon
• Bulgarian Banitsa
• Chili Lime Oven Roasted Asparagus
What a great list of Easter recipes, Mira! Each one looks perfect. I love how you included a variety, and I need to try them all, especially that crepe cake and carrots. Everything looks SO good!
What I love about these recipes Mira is their simplicity, but I suspect my favourite wasn’t easy to make at all – I absolutely love your beautiful vanilla bean cake!
Happy Easter, Mira! 🙂
I totally remember those gorgeous Easter egg cookies with royal icing! And as I always say, you make the most absolutely beautiful cakes!
This post literally takes me to my childhood Easters…so pretty and sweet (tasting and looking!)! There isn’t a recipe that I don’t want to make! Beautiful, Mira! Happy Easter, my friend!