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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    Classic Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

    These make-ahead mashed potatoes save me a ton of time on Christmas Day. No more frantically whipping the potatoes while...


    Lovely Lemon Cheesecake

    Wait for the oohs and aahs when you present this luxurious lemon cheesecake recipe. The lemon flavor gives it a...


    Carrot Cookie Bites

    This recipe is a longtime family favorite. The cookies are soft and delicious, and the aroma while baking is absolutely...


    Italian Garden Frittata

    I like to serve this pretty frittata with melon wedges for a delicious breakfast or brunch. —Sally Maloney, Dallas, Georgia


    Ganache-Topped Chocolate Cake

    To say this cake is elegant would be an understatement. It’s worthy of special occasions, but once you learn


    Polka-Dot Macaroons

    Macaroons studded with M&M's are easy to mix up in a hurry. That's good, because believe me, they never last...


    Chocolate-Topped Strawberry Cheesecake

    Creamy and airy, this gorgeous dessert is the perfect special something for a summer dinner party. I love the mix...


    Scottish Oatmeal Rolls

    My family likes rolls that can hold up to scooping gravies, sauces and more. This recipe is a favorite. The...

    Ricotta Cheesecake

    When I was a nurse, my co-workers and I regularly swapped recipes during lunch breaks. This creamy cheesecake was one...


    Blueberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake

    Holiday breakfasts would not be the same at our house without this delicious coffee cake. Whenever I take it anywhere,...


    Marmalade-Glazed Carrots

    This side dish is ideal when you’d like to serve your vegetables in a different way for a special dinner....


    Overnight Ham and Egg Casserole

    I love how easy it is to assemble this savory egg casserole. Putting it together the night before really frees...


    Colcannon Irish Potatoes

    My mother came from Ireland as a teen and brought this homey recipe with her. I find that it's a...


    Makeover Deviled Eggs

    This updated version of a classic appetizer uses only half the egg yolks of the original recipe and calls for...


    Strawberry Banana Crepes

    My family often has company over for breakfast or brunch, and these light fruit-topped crepes are our favorite. The sweet...


    Caramel-Pecan Sticky Buns

    My mother used to make delicious cinnamon rolls when I was a child. Later, she taught my sister and me...


    Sausage Cheese Muffins

    These small savory muffins are fun to serve as appetizers or at brunch. With just five ingredients, the tasty bites...

    Coconut Poppy Seed Cake

    This moist coconut cake is definitely one of my most-requested desserts. Use different cake mixes and pudding flavors for variety....


    Lemon-Lime Mousse

    For a light and refreshing dessert after any meal, try this tangy citrus treat. —Kathryn Anderson, Wallkill, New York.


    Roasted Chicken

    This tender chicken is a real time-saver on a busy weekend. A simple blend of seasonings makes it a snap...


    Chocolate Angel Cake

    When I was married in 1944, I could barely boil water. My dear mother-in-law taught me her specialty—making the lightest...


    Special Strawberry Salad

    This berry-filled salad may take some time to prepare, but one taste and you'll agree it's worth the extra effort....


    Old-World Puff Pancake

    My mom told me her mother-in-law showed her how to make this dish, which became popular during the Depression, on...

    Perfect Rhubarb Pie

    Nothing hides the tangy rhubarb in this lovely pie, which has just the right balance of sweet and tart. Serving...


    Broccoli Cheddar Casserole

    We're lucky to have fresh fruits and vegetables year-round. I put bountiful Arizona broccoli to great use in this rich...


    Overnight Egg Casserole

    This is my go-to breakfast dish when hosting overnight guests for the holidays. Because it is prepared the night before,...


    Apple Roly-Poly

    My grandmother’s apple dessert is genuine regional fare. With 13 children plus the men at Grandpa’s sawmill, she had to...


    Strawberry Rhubarb Jam

    This tangy Strawberry Rhubarb Jam recipe is a favorite with my family. They'll put it on almost anything, but especially...


    Cinnamon Blueberry Jam

    Watching my grandmother can hundreds of jars of tomatoes, peaches and pears inspired me to try making jams and jellies...