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85 Easy Easter Desserts Sweeter Than Anything You'll Find Egg Hunting

Even the Easter Bunny will be jealous.

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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Boy, are we excited to see what sweets end up in our Easter baskets this year—♪ Hippity-hoppity, Easter's on its way and all that. If you're like us, we bet you're also looking forward to whipping up some homemade treats and show-stopping desserts to go along with your Peeps, Robin's Eggs, and massive chocolate bunnies too. If so, this list of 87 Easter desserts is for you. From impressive layer cakes to fudge, from blondies to fruity cheesecakes, there's something here for everyone, and every type of occasion.

Don’t worry, our love for Easter candy runs strong, so even when we go homemade, we like to pay homage to all the classics. Our Robin's Egg malt fudge, our Easter bunny popcorn bars, our carrot patch brownies and cheesecake, or our Peeps s’mores skillet all utilize your faves to great effect. Take inspiration from these, and then add whatever you can find in the candy aisle to even more of the recipes here. We bet our chocolate bundt cake, our homemade gelato, our copycat Dairy Queen ice cream cake, or our banana pudding would all benefit from some crunchy, colorful candy.

Looking for something more classic to wow your guests this Easter? Everyone’s been waiting for spring fruits and veggies all winter long, so what better way to celebrate their return than with a show-stopping holiday dessert? Our bunny cake (carrot, ofc!), our pineapple upside-down cake, our rhubarb cake, or our fruit tart always impress. Looking to dazzle your guests, but aren’t the strongest baker? We’ve got you too. Cheesecake bars are always a winner—try our strawberry, coconut, blackberry, or banana pudding versions. They’re just as satisfying, but with much less work.

Want even more Easter inspo? We’ve got all the recipes you’ll need, from morning till night—check out our best Easter brunch recipes, our fave Easter sides & apps, and our favorite Easter dinners too.

1

Bird's Nest Cookies

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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Crunchy chow mein noodles are folded into melted chocolate and peanut butter, then formed into little nests with chocolate eggs on top… they're possibly the cutest thing you’ll make this Easter.

Get the Bird's Nest Cookies recipe.

2

Banana Pudding

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PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

With towering layers of vanilla pudding, ripe bananas, whipped cream, and wafer cookies, banana pudding is the classic dessert we’ll never get enough of. If you always pick up a tub from your local bakery, trust us—it’s completely worth it to make this Southern dessert at home.

Get the Perfect Banana Pudding recipe.

3

Bunny Cake

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PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE AND MARY RUPP

Want to take your Easter dessert table to the next level? This impressive bunny cake looks like it came from a bakery, but is actually so straightforward to make. It starts with a super-moist carrot cake (what else?), creatively cut, frosted, and decorated with Easter candy to look like an adorable bunny.

Get the Bunny Cake recipe.

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4

Rhubarb Cake

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PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Rhubarb is strikingly beautiful, and this cake shows it off well. The stalks bake right into the cake, becoming soft and jammy, and are surrounded by a crunchy sugary crust. It’s quick and simple–more like a snacking cake–meaning you can eat it with your hands (while the kids Easter egg hunt, perhaps?).

Get the Rhubarb Cake recipe.

5

Peeps Skillet S'mores

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Peeps make this s'mores skillet the perfect dessert for Easter (regular marshmallows will work too!) Looking for something for the adults? Try our Peeps Jell-O Shots or our Peeptini next.

Get the Peeps Skillet S'mores recipe.

6

Strawberry-Rhubarb Crumble Bars

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PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Love that buttery sweet topping on a crisp or a cobbler? Then you’ve got to try these strawberry-rhubarb crumble bars. Featuring tangy sweet fruit filling and a buttery crumb topping, these bars will make you the most popular person at your Easter celebration.

Get the Strawberry-Rhubarb Crumble Bars recipe.

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7

Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls

cinnamon rolls shaped like a bunny iced with colored icing and topped with sprinkles
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

If you’re looking for the easiest sweet treat to make for your Easter brunch, look no further than these adorable bunnies. All you need are store-bought canned cinnamon rolls to make these bunny-shaped treats that are as fun to decorate as they are to eat.

Get the Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls recipe.

8

No-Bake Creamsicle Cheesecake

no bake creamsicle cheesecake with dollops of whipped cream and a graham cracker crust
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

If you're a fan of the nostalgic creamsicles, then let us introduce you to your new favorite cheesecake. We incorporated the sweet orange flavors of the classic treat into this ultra-creamy cheesecake with a buttery crust for the ultimate summer treat. One of our favorite things about this recipe? It's a no-bake dream.

Get the No-Bake Creamsicle Cheesecake recipe.

9

Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta

greek yogurt panna cotta topped with honey, raspberries, and blackberries
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

The Greek yogurt here adds a slight tang to classic panna cotta, which is balanced out perfectly by the honey. We’d encourage you to have fun with the toppings as well. A few of your favorite berries and another drizzle of honey will always be a classic!

Get the Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta recipe.

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10

Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake

strawberry crunch poke cake with a crumble topping, whipped cream and strawberries
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Here we start with a boxed cake mix, infuse it with strawberry flavor, top it with fluffy cream cheese frosting, then finish it off with a strawberry-and-cookie topping that tastes just like the classic ice cream truck treat. Forget regular strawberry shortcake—THIS is the way to serve those springy flavors to a crowd.

Get the Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake recipe.

11

Resurrection Rolls

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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Resurrection rolls, also known as “empty tomb rolls,” are such a fun Easter treat. In them, crescent dough is wrapped around a marshmallow—as it bakes, the marshmallow melts and disappears, leaving a hollow inside full of a buttery, sugar syrup that makes these a pure delight. It’s a mystery and miracle all in one.

Get the Resurrection Rolls recipe.

12

Carrot Cake Blondies

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PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

These dessert bars are the mash-up of your dreams, featuring a fudgy blondie base, spiced and decorated just like a carrot cake, with pecans and cream cheese frosting.

Get the Carrot Cake Blondies recipe.

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13

Strawberry Pound Cake

pound cake with a strawberry swirl and topped with a bright pink strawberry glaze
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Classic pound cake gets an upgrade with swirls of strawberry jam throughout and iced with tangy strawberry glaze. This streamlined recipe relies on a few crucial ingredients to maximize the flavor while the method remains extremely simple.

Get the Strawberry Pound Cake recipe.

14

Peeps Kiss Cookies

blue pink and yellow dyed cookies with sugar and topped with a hershey kiss
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Peeps serve as the color inspiration for these simple sugar cookies pressed with a milk chocolate Kiss. Because there's no actual marshmallow involved, even Peeps haters won't be able to get enough of these too-cute treats.

Get the Peeps Kiss Cookies recipe.

15

Lemon-Blueberry Puff Pastry Tart

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PHOTO: NICO SCHINCO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

With a lemon cream cheese base, jammy blueberries, and a crunchy crumble, this tart is absolutely perfect. Best part? Using store-bought puff pastry keeps it nice and easy to make too.

Get the Lemon-Blueberry Puff Pastry Tart recipe.

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16

Aperol Spritz Trifle

a stemless wine glass filled with vanilla cake, whipped cream, aperol spiked jam, and pudding with an orange slice on the rim
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

This trifle draws inspiration from everybody’s favorite summer cocktail: the Aperol Spritz. This popular beverage fuses effervescent Prosecco, a bittersweet and bright Italian aperitivo, and fresh orange. We include all three of those ingredients in this layered dessert. It’s like an adult version of an orange Creamsicle!

Get the Aperol Spritz Trifle recipe.

17

Petit Fours

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PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Hoping to make some homemade edible gifts that are sure to impress? Make petit fours. Featuring confetti cake layered with raspberry jam and buttercream and covered in a shiny white glaze, these stunning mini cakes will delight anyone who receives them.

Get the Petit Fours recipe.

18

Triple-Chocolate Trifle

triple chocolate trifle topped with kit kats
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

Layers of complementary flavors make this trifle really pop. The tahini brings a subtle nutty flavor, while the dark rum adds warmth. Unlike a typical chocolate mousse, olive oil is used here in place of cream, further exaggerating the chocolate flavor. Yum!

Get the Triple-Chocolate Trifle recipe.

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19

Carrot Patch Brownies

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"Dirt" has never been tastier with these dirt pudding-inspired brownies! While we used store-bought brownie mix here so we could focus on these mega-cute toppings, feel free to use our favorite brownie recipe. Carrots have never looked so adorable.

Get the Carrot Patch Brownies recipe.

20

Easter Chick Cupcakes

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PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Easter desserts are some of the cutest to make, and these little chick cupcakes are so fun! Make homemade vanilla cupcakes with our recipe, or save some time and use your favorite boxed cake mix. You can always make chocolate cupcakes or whatever your favorite flavor is instead too.

Get the Easter Chick Cupcakes recipe.

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