30 Delicious Easter Recipes
Easter is almost here, and I want to share some of my most popular and delicious Easter Recipes. After all, you can never have enough delicious recipes to add to your Easter recipe repertoire…can you?
These Coconut Cupcakes are so moist and packed with coconut flavor. They’re finished with a delectable coconut cream cheese frosting, and they are perfect to announce the arrival of spring or Easter! They also make 24 cupcakes, so there are plenty to go around!
SUPER MOIST CARROT CAKE WITH PINEAPPLE
This Super Moist Carrot Cake is packed full of flavor and moisture from freshly grated carrots and pineapple, and the addition of crunchy pecans, coconut, and cinnamon, completes the deliciousness of this cake!
These Hawaiian Sweet Rolls are so light and fluffy and literally melt in your mouth. Prep them the day before and bake the day of your next holiday gathering. Oh, and you might want to double the recipe!
One reader says: ” the end result was delicious! Definitely a keeper recipe! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
OLD FASHIONED CHOCOLATE CREAM PIE
This Old Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie is made with pure rich cocoa powder, and it’s silky smooth and easier to make than you might think. The filling is poured into a homemade pie crust, just like your grandma made. You can finish it with freshly whipped cream or homemade meringue.
One reader says: “Followed the directions and it turned out perfect! The whole family loves it and requested it again. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
Another reader says: “I made this for Thanksgiving dinner. Turned out perfect. I followed your directions exactly. Delicious. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
Another reader says: “I made this the first time today. It was wonderful and tasted just like I remember my grandmother’s tasting! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
Cream of coconut, sweetened coconut, and coconut extract give this moist and delicious Coconut Cake a triple dose of coconut flavor. This will become your go-to coconut cake recipe!
This Speckled Easter Cake is the perfect showstopper for Easter! It starts with moist vanilla cake layers and it’s frosted with a robin egg blue buttercream. Don’t let it intimidate you either. The chocolate nest on top and chocolate flecks are super easy! Your guests will think you worked for hours on this cake. Be prepared to impress!
These Classic Deviled Eggs are devilish creamy and delicious and always disappear within minutes when served. They are known for making an appearance on Easter dinner tables. Make sure you make plenty of them because they are loved by both young and old!!
One reader says: “My job last weekend was to bring Deviled Eggs for a family dinner. Came out fantastic! Nine people ate a double recipe of Classic Deviled Eggs. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
COCONUT CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE
This Coconut Cream Cheese Pound Cake is profoundly buttery and dense, and it’s packed with pure coconut flavor. All it needs is a simple dusting of powdered sugar for a finishing touch. However, it’s also delicious with whipped cream and fruit, and the flavor is more pronounced the day after it’s been made. Delicious!
MAYSVILLE’S HISTORIC TRANSPARENT PIE
This Historic Transparent Pie recipe has had more views than any other recipe on my blog. It’s a very popular recipe here in Kentucky, and it’s no wonder. One bite of its rich, custard-like filling and you’ll be hooked on this delicious pie for life!
One reader says: “The Best!!! Just like Maysville’s pies!! Thank you so much!!! The pie tasted even more perfect on day 2.”
These Coconut Easter Eggs are the perfect Easter treats. They have a creamy addicting filling that’s covered in smooth decadent chocolate. Perfect for hiding in Easter baskets or serving on a pretty Easter platter.
COCONUT CRUNCH CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE GANACHE
This Coconut Crunch Cake is moist and delicious and tastes like a huge coconut macaroon drizzled with chocolate ganache. You will make this recipe time after time and it’s an excellent dessert for your Easter dessert table or any occasion!
LEMON LAYER CAKE WITH LEMON CREAM CHEESE BUTTERCREAM
This is the only Lemon Layer Cake recipe you need!! Not only is it moist and loaded with fresh lemon flavor, but it’s frosted with a delicious creamy lemon buttercream frosting. This cake is a lemon lover’s dream and is perfect for any special occasion!
One reader says: Hi Cindy. I made your cake yesterday and it turn out great! The recipe was wonderful — it had a delicate lemon flavor and rich texture. The curd in the middle was just the ticket for punch-you-in-the-face lemon. Thanks, Cindy, for a fantastic recipe! 10/10. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
Another reader says: “My boyfriend made this cake yesterday for a family gathering. It was a complete hit! It is the perfect summer cake! Everyone loved it! The lemon flavor was perfect and not overpowering and the cream cheese buttercream frosting is a perfect compliment to the cake. The cake is not overly sweet which was fantastic! It was simply delicious! We are adding the recipe to our repertoire.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Another reader says: “I made this recipe last night and it was amazing !!!!!!!! I used the ingredients exactly as the recipe calls for except I used only about 5 cups of confectioners sugar for the frosting because I ran out however, the frosting was still delicious. I received so many compliments at the dinner party and people were asking for the recipe. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
These easy-to-make Coconut Macaroons are super moist and chewy and if you want to make them even more decadent and delicious, try dipping the bottoms in some dark chocolate. I promise they will quickly disappear!!
One readers says: “Made these today…. Yummy!! They are so easy to make, and delicious. Thank you for sharing your recipe!”
NO-COOK PERFECT BANANA PUDDING
This is the most delicious No-Cook Perfect Banana Pudding you will ever eat. Whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk, and instant pudding make this pudding perfect in every way from creamy to light and full of flavor. You just might not go back to Grandma’s old-fashioned cooked recipe!!
One reader says: “Different from a cooked pudding but delicious!
I will definitely make this again!I love your recipes! Thank you! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
One bite of this Vintage Lemon Angel Pie and you’ll know why it’s called “angel” pie. The light lemon filling is topped with whipped cream and it’s all nestled on top of an airy, crispy meringue crust. Absolutely light and delicious!
One reader says: “This Pie! Thank you for this recipe! It was the hit at the dessert table for Easter! It is a definite make again….and again….and again! I love lemon meringue pie but hate how the crust gets soggy so easily….but this crust and light and crisp and pure perfection! I would like to know how it does a day or so after making it…but there were no leftovers! It’s a keeper!!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
These feather-like Angel Rolls are beyond tender and fluffy, thanks to the addition of yeast. They are easy to make and my go-to recipe for Easter dinner rolls. You can refrigerate the dough and use it within a week, which is great when you’re pressed for time.
One reader says: “Best biscuits i have made in my 65 years of baking. Thank you I will bake this recipe from now on. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
Another reader says: “Hi Cindy, I follow you and your recipes on Instagram. I made these buns for Thanksgiving and they were amazing. I will now add them to the menu every year. Thank you! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Coconut Cloud Cake is a delightfully spongy cake that’s filled and topped with a dreamy seven-minute frosting and coconut. It’s not heavy or overly sweet either. I think it’s a perfect springtime or Easter cake, and if you’re not a coconut fan, feel free to omit it. It will still be undeniably delicious!
One reader says: “Love it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Another reader says: “This cake is so light it’s amazing ! I just love the texture and it’s not too sweet!!
Definitely will be making this quite often! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Another reader says: “Love this recipe. I made it last week and everyone raved about it. I am making it again tomorrow because my daughter requested it. Winner recipe! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
COCONUT WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE
This creamy Coconut White Chocolate Cheesecake is made with shredded coconut, coconut extract, and cream of coconut, giving it a triple dose of coconut flavor. If that’s not enough, it’s topped with a delectable coconut mousse topping. The coconut lovers in your life will love this cheesecake!
AUTHENTIC GERMAN’S CHOCOLATE CAKE
This Authentic German’s Chocolate Cake is the original recipe for this super moist, mild chocolate cake, and it’s frosted with the most delectable Pecan Coconut Frosting that you’ll ever eat!!
One reader says: “This cake is amazing… turns out perfect every time. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Another reader says: “This was the first German Chocolate Cake that I have attempted from scratch. I won’t be looking for a new recipe. This is a keeper. My husband loves a good German Chocolate Cake so I made this just for him. And I will be making it again.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “
Another reader says: “The BEST German chocolate cake EVER!! My friend requested it for her birthday. It was so spongy and airy, everyone loved it! I didn’t make it in 3 layers. I used a cookie sheet and it was perfect! Thank you for the recipe. This recipe is no longer on the chocolate box. Definitely will be making this again. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
WHITE CHOCOLATE M & M COCONUT EASTER COOKIES
Make these White Chocolate M&M Coconut Easter Cookies while those yummy white chocolate Easter M&M’s are here! They are so chewy, soft & irresistible. You can also make them with white chocolate chips. Either way, they’re great!
This Creamy Macaroni and Cheese is loaded with cheddar cheese and kids will absolutely love it. Most kids don’t like macaroni and cheese recipes that have bread crumbs on top or fancy cheeses, so this is the perfect kid-friendly recipe!
THE ULTIMATE COCONUT CREAM PIE
Cream of coconut adds an extra boost of pure coconut flavor to this Coconut Cream pie. It’s unbelievably delicious and a great pie to serve to all the coconut lovers in your life.
One reader says: “I made this pie and it’s delicious! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Another reader says: “I made this coconut cream pie the other night, and it was amazing! It reminded me of my grandmother’s, and was just as delicious! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
This Pineapple Coconut Cake is moist and delicious and made with a tropical combination of juicy pineapple, and coconut. If that’s not enough, it’s finished with a delectable cream cheese frosting and toasted coconut.
These Homemade Coconut Eclairs offer airy pastry shells, rich coconut pastry cream filling, and a perfect coconut glaze. This is an intermediate recipe, but I promise you can make these bakery-quality Coconut Eclairs at home, by following the steps below. Once you bite into one, you’ll be so glad you did!!
This delicious Corn Pudding Casserole is always sitting on the dinner table at my house during the holidays. It’s creamy, cheesy, and super easy to make and it’s a great side with any meal.
One reader says: “Wow, I made this for the first time for Thanksgiving this year and it was absolutely delicious! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
This all-time classic Coconut Custard Pie is just as popular today as it was a half-century ago. From its delicious creamy full-flavored filling to its flaky pie crust, this pie is to die for.
These Carrot Cake Cupcakes are the most scrumptious and moist cupcakes ever. They are loaded with flavor and the Cream Cheese Buttercream sends them over the top. Add these to your Easter dessert table and have happy guests!
One reader says: “Absolutely delicious. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Chocolate Cake Roll is the perfect dessert when you want your friends to think you made some complicated dessert. It’s really not complicated at all and it’s totally delicious! Need something very chocolatey for Easter? Make this!
This Strawberry Cream Cake combines delicious layers of vanilla cream cake, fresh juicy strawberries, and a creamy whipped cream/cream cheese filling. It’s also super easy to make and it’s the perfect refreshing and light dessert!
One reader says: “I made this for my family for Easter. They loved it will be doing it again. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Another reader says: “Hi Cindy, I made this today (Memorial Day) and it was so delicious. My family loved it!! I made zero changes and cannot wait to make it again.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“
Another reader says: “Made this today for the 4th of July! Me and my family agree it’s the best cake we’ve had! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
This rich and sweet Southern Chess Pie is so easy to make with simple ingredients you probably have on hand. It’s a wonderful pie for holiday gatherings!! Make sure you add this one to your holiday baking repertoire!
One reader says: “Thank you. My mother baked Southern Chess Pie. We did not realize some folks had never enjoyed a slice. We serve during the Holidays. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “
A very nice collection of Easter recipes! I will be trying a few of these!