55+ Easter Recipes for the Long Weekend
Easter falls in my favourite season of the year, and I love all the food that goes with it. We transition out of summer into cooler days with beautiful light and auburn colours everywhere. Whether you’re planning a long lunch with family, a relaxed brunch on Good Friday, or just want an excuse to bake something special, this is my go-to collection of Easter recipes. From starters and mains to hot cross bun baking and chocolate desserts, I’ve rounded up everything you need.
Easter Baking
Stout hot cross buns. These are way easier to make than you might think and so much better than anything you will find in a shop. The stout adds a malty depth, and the dough is soft and pillowy. This is one of my all-time favourite recipes on the blog and has been baked by so many readers over the years.
Stout hot cross bun bread The same recipe made into a loaf, which is easier to slice and toast. You can also make a loaf and 8 buns from one batch to keep everyone happy.
Hot cross cinnamon sticky buns If you love hot cross bun spices but want something more indulgent, these sticky buns are it. Warm, gooey and incredibly moreish.
Easy raisin hot cross scones. All the delicious flavours of a hot cross bun in an easy scone recipe.
Chocolate & orange hot cross buns. I give a classic hot cross bun, an orange, and a chocolate twist. I soaked the raisins in sherry and orange juice to really add flavour and depth. Whipped salted caramel butter is a great way to finish them off.
Hot cross bun biscotti All the flavours of hot cross buns in a crisp, twice-baked biscuit. Perfect with a cup of tea on an autumn afternoon.
Easter Starters and Snacks
I think it’s nice to keep the starter quite casual at Easter and rather have people nibble on a few light things to liven up the appetite before the main event.
The best-ever chicken liver pate Another classic from the blog. Serve on Melba toast with a drop of marmalade for a sweet edge. This can be made a day or two in advance.
Tomato and basil crostini with whipped goat’s cheese Light, fresh and easy to prepare ahead. A great one to have on the table while the lamb is resting.
The best whipped feta with roasted tomatoes and garlic So easy to assemble and a real crowd-pleaser. Serve with toasted ciabatta and let people help themselves.
My best butternut soup recipe. I have been perfecting this recipe for years, and I have added loads of warming spices and a hint of orange to what I think is my ultimate butternut soup recipe. This is perfect for a cooler Easter feast. Crispy sage leaves and cheddar croutons take it up a notch.
Mussels steamed in orange & fennel
The Best Roast Beetroot Hummus. This is the best roast beetroot (beet) hummus recipe, based on what could be the best hummus recipe in the world. The earthy flavours of the roast beetroot (beet) carry through the creamy texture of this dip. The bright pink colour adds appeal and is a standout at any party or picnic.
Easter Lamb Recipes
Nothing beats a roast lamb at Easter. These are my favourite ways to cook it, from slow-roasted shoulder to a herb-crusted rack.
Slow-roasted shoulder of lamb with harissa and garlic This cooks itself, leaving you plenty of time to do other things. The harissa gives it a gorgeous crust and the meat falls apart with a fork.
Roast leg of lamb with rosemary, garlic, harissa and lemon A more traditional roast leg with a North African-inspired flavour profile. Brilliant for a large family gathering.
Lamb Shanks With Red Wine & Rosemary – These are my best lamb shanks made in an Instant Pot or on the stove top. Classic flavours of red wine and rosemary are all you need for this delicious dish.
Greek lamb moussaka with aubergines A lovely option if you want something you can make entirely in advance and serve with a few simple sides.
Herb-crusted rack of lamb For a stylish dinner party dish, this is a winner. It looks impressive and cooks in under 30 minutes.
Lamb shank pie with red wine, rosemary and bay A real showstopper. Rich, deeply flavoured and topped with golden puff pastry. Perfect for a cooler Easter evening.
Easter Chicken and Beef Recipes
If lamb is not your thing, these are equally fitting for an Easter table.
Roast chicken with stout, rosemary and honey A lovely autumn roast chicken. The stout and honey create a gorgeous sticky glaze.
Chicken with white wine, herbs and garlic One of my favourite recipes on the entire blog. The wine sauce is incredible and you’ll want to mop up every last bit with bread.
Beef Bourguignon A classic French stew that only gets better the day after. Make it on Saturday and reheat for Easter Sunday lunch.
Beef and mushroom pie Rich, comforting and topped with buttery pastry. This one feeds a crowd and is perfect for the long weekend.
Vegetarian Easter Main
Mushroom bourguignon A hearty vegetarian take on the French classic. Just as rich and satisfying as the beef version and perfect for a meat-free Easter table.
Roasted Vegetable Lasagne With Aubergine & Peppers. This is probably my favourite vegetarian main course dish of all time
Sweet Potato Gnocchi With Creamy Mushrooms – A crowd pleaser.
Perfect Spinach & Three Cheese Phyllo Pie. This is a delicious Mediterranean dish.
Easter Side Dishes
Vegetable side dishes round-up A comprehensive list of vegetable sides if you need more inspiration. From roasted roots to green salads, there’s something for every menu.
Duck fat roast potatoes The crunchiest, most golden roast potatoes you will ever make. These are non-negotiable with any Easter roast.
Pumpkin rolls with rosemary & sea salt. These are the perfect autumnal dinner rolls to serve with an Easter feast.
Roast beetroot & onion galette with shaved pecorino. This could work as a vegetarian main course or as a lovely side dish.
Easter Chocolate Desserts, Baking and Other Treats
The best chocolate malva pudding If you are looking for the best chocolate dessert for Easter, look no further. Utterly decadent and a South African classic with a chocolate twist.
The Best And Easiest Chocolate Loaf Basque Cheesecake. A chocolate version of the iconic cheesecake.
Hot cross bun pudding with chocolate and orange A bread-and-butter pudding made with hot cross buns. The chocolate and orange combination is perfect for Easter.
Sticky toffee fig and walnut pudding with toffee sauce A real winner for feeding a crowd. Rich, warm and absolutely drenched in toffee sauce.
The famous plum torte In my top 5 favourite things to bake, and plums are in season around Easter. Simple, beautiful and endlessly reliable.
Pink swirl meringues with pomegranate syrup A proper showstopper on any table. Light, crisp and stunning to look at.
Rose meringues with pistachios Equally beautiful and perfect for Easter entertaining.
Easy Chocolate Self-Saucing Pudding With Cherries (Slow Cooker Recipe). This is a lovely, warm chocolate pudding that feeds a crowd.
Chunky New York chocolate chip cookies with Easter eggs The perfect chocolate-baked treat for Easter. Chunky, chewy, and loaded with Easter egg pieces.
The best chocolate cake in the world by Ina Garten If you want one chocolate cake recipe in your life, this is it.
Red wine chocolate cake with fudgy chocolate frosting – A version of Ina Gartens Cake with red wine and a more fudgy frosting.
Chocolate Nemesis: The River Cafe. This is an iconic and one of the most perfect chocolate desserts imaginable.
A decadent chocolate cake Another brilliant option if you want a rich, fudgy chocolate cake for the table.
Chocolate brownies with Nutella Killer brownies. Dense, fudgy and completely over the top in the best way.
Rum and raisin fudgy brownies An adult take on brownies. The rum and raisin combination is perfect for an autumn treat.
Chocolate fondant with Lindor balls A molten centred chocolate pudding using Lindor balls. Simple and absolutely show-stopping.
Double chocolate chip skillet cookie Bake it in one pan and serve straight to the table with ice cream. The ultimate Easter sharing dessert.
Brown butter Rice Krispies treats with chocolate A no-bake treat that kids and adults love equally. The brown butter makes all the difference.
Viral Dubai Chocolate Bar With Knafeh & Pistachio Cream. I perfected this iconic viral recipe at home.
Chocolate espresso cheesecake. I delicious chocolate unbaked cheesecake.
Addictive Cornflake Crack With Chocolate And Sea Salt. This chocolate concoction is one of my all-time favourites and is totally addictive.
Rum & Raisin Chocolate Truffles. These are my favourite chocolate truffles. You can roll them in cocoa powder, coconut, chopped nuts, or a combination of these. You could also dip them in melted white, milk, or dark chocolate. I soak the raisins in rum for a couple of days to really absorb it.
Toffee, Salted Pretzel & Chocolate Bark
Chocolate Marshmallow Sweetie Pies
Cheesecake Brownies With Chocolate Romany Creams
Hot cross bun french toast waffles – to use up the leftover buns for breakfast
baked camembert with caramelised Pink Lady® apples & thyme
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Your blog and recipes are fantastic always. It would be so kind and helpful to your readers if you would please post a print button on your recipes for ease of mind and use. Also both ingredient measurements . Maybe weight and grams.
Hi Pat, many of the recipes are on a printable cards especially the very latest ones. I had a few technical problems with the plugin so it wasnt always possible to do this. You can always copy and paste it into a blank word document (takes seconds) and then print that. As for the weight and measureemtns I do the best I can here and they are as they are. All this is freely available to you at no cost so Im sorry if it doesnt suit you. Best Sam
I lived in Connecticut a few years back so, New England type buns were abundant. I moved a few times since and now have been in Texas for quite a while. A year ago I saw a photo of “the buns and my taste buds remembered! I “got me a hankering but, am having a hard time locating these close byany ideas? Don”t really trust getting them via mail and would hate to have to purchase the pan to bake my own and find a recipe that “tastes right. Thanks yall! (No longer funnier than “youse guys.) cialis
HI Cialis, Im not too sure what you are referring to here. The hot cross buns?