Easter Recipes

Spring into Easter with our complete guide to the holiday. We’ve rounded up the best party planning tips, family activities (hello, dyed eggs!) and Easter recipes that’ll have you covered from brunch to dinner to dessert.

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    Buttermilk Biscuit Sausage Pinwheels

    5 reviews

    These pinwheels are good for breakfast, brunch or a midday snack. I served them at a morning wedding reception and...


    Makeover Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

    22 reviews

    With its creamy consistency and two different cheeses, this entree captures the essence of comfort food. But here's the kicker:...


    Chicks-on-the-Ranch Deviled Eggs

    5 reviews

    A hint of Dijon mustard, Parmesan cheese and ranch salad dressing take the flavor of these absolutely adorable deviled eggs...


    Fried Ham Cubes

    2 reviews

    I sometimes serve these popular snacks with a creamy ranch dip instead of the cheese sauce. People are always surprised...


    Roast Lamb with Plum Sauce

    1 review

    "Cloves of garlic inserted into slits cut in the meat are the secret to this recipe's success," writes Dorothy Pritchett...


    Baked Vegetable Medley

    9 reviews

    If you get all the chopping done the night before, it’s smooth sailing when company arrives the next day. “Just...


    Poteca Nut Roll

    6 reviews

    My mother-in-law brought this recipe from Yugoslavia in the early 1900's. It was a tradition in her family to serve...


    Potato Frittata

    1 review

    In 1975, I took a trip to Spain to visit my nephew who was in the Air Force. While touring...

    Caramel Peanut Fantasy

    7 reviews

    Packed with peanuts and gooey with caramel, this do-ahead treat is one sweet dream of a dessert to serve company....


    Makeover Grandma’s Strawberry Pie

    10 reviews

    Shannon Chabes of Portage, Indiana wanted a lighter version of her grandma's classic summer pie. Our Test Kitchen came up...


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    Harvest Potato Casserole

    1 review

    Sour cream and cream of chicken soup lend to the creamy texture of this tried-and-true casserole. My family prefers this...


    Rainbow Strawberries

    2 reviews

    Dip fresh strawberries in melted candy-coated discs to create a rainbow of color. Or get adventurous and make a unicorn....


    Orange Hot Cross Buns

    5 reviews

    For a traditional Easter recipe with a twist, try these yummy, sweet yeast buns. Grated orange peel gives...


    Strawberry Pound Cake

    4 reviews

    This beautiful cake is my husband's favorite. I add chopped pecans and strawberries to the batter and brush the cake...


    Fluted Lemon Cake

    4 reviews

    My great-grandmother used to make this cake, which has been a family favorite for years. You won’t believe it starts...


    Rice Pilaf with Apples & Raisins

    4 reviews

    I love making bulgar pilaf with apricots. So glad I tried it with dried apples and golden raisins! —Elizabeth Dumont,...


    Warm Mustard Potato Salad

    14 reviews

    This tangy mixture is wonderful and so different from traditional potato salads. The Dijon mustard and dill spark the flavor....

    Tortilla Ham Pinwheels

    3 reviews

    Looking for an easy appetizer to bring to a party or get-together? These rapid roll-ups from Judy Addair rely on...


    Pork Tenderloins with Wild Rice

    3 reviews

    Apricots say sweet things to earthy herbs in this gravy-licious meal. Remember this recipe—it’s worthy of a weekend celebration. —Taste...


    Skinny Crab Quiche

    4 reviews

    Crabmeat, zucchini, cheddar cheese and green onions flavor this savory crustless quiche. I take this to potlucks, cut into appetizer-size...


    Layered Carrot Cake

    16 reviews

    I never liked carrot cake until I tried this one. The rich, moist cake with orange-flavored frosting is now a...


    Mixed Greens with Orange Juice Vinaigrette

    2 reviews

    Like a string of pearls on a little black dress, a vinaigrette is a classic way to dress a salad....


    Rhubarb Crunch

    6 reviews

    "RHUBARB was one of the first crops Grandma gathered from her garden in spring. She told us kids her rhubarb...

    Ham & Cheese Scones

    3 reviews

    I make these scones as a way to use up leftover ham. The cheesy, savory wonders are a delight as...


    Mediterranean Mashed Potatoes

    1 review

    It's hard for our family to imagine eating mashed potatoes any other way but this. It tastes great on its...


    Easter Fruit Salad

    3 reviews

    Using pastel marshmallows, both young and old alike are sure to enjoy this colorful Easter fruit salad from Deanna Richter...


    Glazed Coconut-Banana Bread

    7 reviews

    Give your celebration a tropical flair with this exotic variation of banana bread. It’s quick to prepare, giving you plenty...


    Cherry Yogurt

    1 review

    Serve wholesome granola over this thick, rich yogurt for a quick breakfast. Or layer it in a parfait glass with...


    Easter Bunny Cupcakes

    6 reviews

    Guaranteed to put a smile on your face, these cupcakes definitely bring out the cute factor. So this Easter, delight...