30 Easy Easter Treats To Make This Year
As spring blooms and Easter approaches, it’s the perfect time to indulge in some delightful treats that are sure to add an extra dash of joy to your festivities.
Whether you’re hosting a brunch, organizing an egg hunt, or simply want to surprise your loved ones with something sweet, we’ve curated a collection of tantalizing Easter treat ideas that will satisfy every palate.
From classic favorites to creative twists, join us on a culinary journey as we explore a myriad of delicious options to elevate your Easter celebration.
If you’re putting together Easter baskets or planning a fun day at home, these easy Easter treats are the perfect addition. They pair perfectly with creative Easter basket ideas for kids and can even be used for a simple Easter party setup.
These easy Easter treats double as fun Easter desserts and simple snacks for kids during the holiday.
Whether you’re planning a full Easter party, filling baskets, or just looking for something fun to make with your kids, these easy Easter treats are a great place to start.
1. Easter Sour Cream Sugar Cookies
Try a delicious twist on a classic recipe with these easy sugar cookies made with sour cream and topped with cream cheese frosting.
Get the recipe here.
2. Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls
To pull these off, you’ll only need a can of cinnamon rolls, icing and few pastel-colored edible decorations – and you have Easter bunny cinnamon rolls ready in just 15 minutes.
Get the recipe here.
These are also perfect for adding a homemade touch to your Easter baskets, especially if you want something a little more personal than store-bought candy.
3. Carrot Patch Pudding Cups
Carrots made out of pretzels on top of crumbled brownie bites – all assembled in plastic cups for individual servings – sounds like the ultimate treat for Easter for kids and perfect for entertaining!
Get the recipe here.
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Looking for something quick, cute, and kid-approved? These easy Easter treats are perfect for last-minute ideas that still feel special.
4. Flower Pot Cupcakes
Speaking of edible dirt, these chocolate flowerpot cupcakes are perfect for ringing in Spring. All you need is this tasty chocolate muffin recipe, pudding, cookie crumbs, and mini flowerpots to pull this Easter treat off.
Get the recipe here.
I also put together a super simple Easter treat setup using Fresh Market items last year, and it turned out so cute and easy to recreate. You can watch it here:
5. Chocolate Bark Easter Brownies
With this dessert, you don’t have to choose between decadent brownies or the taste and texture of a chocolate bar – you can get the best of both worlds with these chocolate bark Easter brownies.
Get the recipe here.
If you’re celebrating at home with kids, these treats can easily double as a fun activity—especially when paired with simple Easter crafts.
6. Homemade Peeps
Whether you love them, or not, you may need to try these Homemade Easter Peeps.
Get the recipe here.
7. No Bake Easter Chocolate Slice
A nice twist to an original chocolate bark, this Easter chocolate slice is made with a crunchy shortbread biscuit base and layered with creamy milk chocolate and chocolate Easter eggs.
Get the recipe here.
8. Carrot Sheet Cake
Bake the signature carrot cake in one single layer with this simple, yet delicious, carrot sheet cake made with cream cheese frosting.
Get the recipe here.
9. Chocolate Easter Bunny Cake
This double-layer chocolate cake topped with a chocolate Easter bunny is everything you want in a cake – moist and delicious.
Get the recipe here.
10. Easter Egg Cheesecake
Looking for a delicious and easy Easter dessert that doesn’t require any baking? Look no further than this mouthwatering no-bake Easter egg cheesecake. Whether you’re hosting an Easter brunch or just looking for a sweet treat to enjoy at home, this cheesecake is the perfect choice. Skip the oven and whip up this delightful dessert in no time.
Get the recipe here.
11. Lemon Tart
Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious lemon tart? Bursting with a bright, citrusy flavor, this dessert is the perfect way to welcome springtime. With its buttery crust, tangy filling, and sweet whipped cream topping, this dessert strikes the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Plus, it’s easy to make ahead of time, so you can spend more time enjoying the holiday with your loved ones. So why not add this zesty dessert to your Easter menu this year? Get the recipe here.
12. Easter Basket Cookie Cups
These sweet little cups are made from soft and chewy sugar cookie dough, and are filled with colorful candies and frosting, to look like miniature Easter baskets. They’re the perfect size for little hands and are sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face.
Get the recipe here.
13. Vegan Easter Biscuits
Easter is a time for indulging in sweet treats, and just because you’re vegan doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the fun. These vegan Easter biscuits are a delicious and easy way to enjoy the holiday without compromising your dietary choices. Made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and plant-based butter, these cookies are just as tasty as their non-vegan counterparts.
Get the recipe here.
14. Vegan Carrot Cake
If you’re looking for a delicious and wholesome dessert for Easter, look no further than this vegan carrot cake recipe. Made with fresh carrots, warming spices, and natural sweeteners, this cake is the perfect way to celebrate. Plus, with its moist and fluffy texture and creamy frosting, you won’t even miss the eggs or dairy.
Get the recipe here.
15. Easter Cracker Candy
Easter is a time for indulging in all kinds of sweet treats, and this Easter cracker candy is no exception. With its crunchy and addictive texture and festive pastel colors, it’s the perfect addition to any Easter celebration.
Made with just a few simple ingredients like saltine crackers, butter, sugar, and chocolate, this candy is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
Get the recipe here.
16. Easter Fruit Tray
Looking for a healthy and refreshing addition to your Easter spread? Consider putting together an Easter fruit tray! This colorful and vibrant tray is not only visually appealing, but it’s also a delicious way to incorporate fresh fruits into your holiday celebration.
Get the full tutorial here.
If you’re trying to balance out all the sweets this year, you might also love these non-candy Easter basket ideas that focus on fun and practical gifts.
17. Shredded Wheat Nests
Get ready for some Easter fun with these adorable shredded wheat nests! Made with just a few simple ingredients like shredded wheat cereal, chocolate, and candy eggs, these little nests are easy to make and fun to decorate.
Learn how to assemble them here.
18. Easter Bunny Butt Cookies
Easter is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen, and these adorable Easter bunny butt cookies are sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face. Made with a simple sugar cookie dough and decorated with tails made with royal icing and cute bunny feet, these cookies are almost too cute to eat!
Get the recipe here.
19. Easter Rainbow Unicorn Toast
Elevate your Easter breakfast game with this colorful and whimsical rainbow unicorn toast! Made with toasted bread and cream cheese frosting, this toast is a blank canvas for a variety of colorful toppings like fresh fruit, sprinkles, and edible glitter.
Get the recipe here.
20. Giant Creme Egg Dip
Looking for a show-stopping dessert for your Easter celebration? Look no further than this giant creme egg dip! Made with creamy chocolate and cream cheese, this dip is the perfect way to indulge in the classic creme egg flavors. Serve it up with your favorite dippers like graham crackers, pretzels, or fresh fruit, and watch as your guests swoon over the sweet and decadent flavors.
Get the tutorial here.
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21. Easter Cookie Cake
Made with a soft and chewy cookie base and decorated with pastel-colored frosting and Easter-themed sprinkles, this cake is the perfect way to sweeten up your holiday. Whether you’re serving it up for dessert after Easter dinner or as a fun and festive treat for the kids, this cookie cake is sure to be a hit.
Get the recipe here.
22. Lemon Easter Egg Cookies
Get ready to add some zing to your Easter celebration with these delicious and bright lemon Easter egg cookies! Made with a buttery and sweet cookie base and flavored with fresh lemon zest and juice, these cookies are bursting with flavor.
Whether you’re looking for a light and refreshing dessert option or just want to switch up your Easter cookie game, these lemon Easter egg cookies are the perfect choice.
Get the recipe here.
23. Easter Sugar Cookie Bars
Made with a soft and chewy sugar cookie base and topped with colorful Peeps marshmallow candies, these bars are the perfect combination of sweet and whimsical. Decorate them with pastel-colored frosting and Easter-themed sprinkles, and watch as they become the centerpiece of your dessert table.
Get the recipe here.
24. Easter Oreos
Easter Oreos are a fun twist on the classic Oreo cookie. They feature brightly colored pastel creme fillings in flavors like pink, yellow, and green. The cookies themselves are still the same delicious chocolate sandwich cookies you know and love, but with an added pop of color and sweetness.
Get the tutorial here.
25. Individual Italian Easter Bread Rings
Italian Easter bread rings are typically made with sweet dough that is flavored with citrus zest and often contains raisins or other dried fruits. The dough is shaped into rings and decorated with colored eggs, which symbolize rebirth and new life. The result is a beautiful and delicious Easter dessert that is sure to impress.
Making individual Italian Easter bread rings is a great way to add a personal touch to your Easter celebration. You can customize each ring with different toppings, such as colorful sprinkles or candied fruit, and even add a personal message or design to each one.
Try them out here.
26. Easter Mini Vanilla Bundt Cakes With Chocolate Eggs
These adorable and delicious cakes are the perfect way to add some Easter cheer to your dessert table.
Made with a simple vanilla cake batter, these mini bundt cakes are light, fluffy, and oh-so-tasty. The addition of mini chocolate eggs on top adds a fun and festive touch that’s sure to impress your guests.
Get the recipe here.
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27. Baby Chick Cupcakes
These baby chick cupcakes are a fun and creative way to get the whole family involved in your Easter celebration. Kids will love helping to decorate them, and adults will love how cute and delicious they are. They’re also great for parties or classroom celebrations, and are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Get the recipe here.
28. Vegan Creme Eggs
Looking for a vegan-friendly Easter dessert that’s still deliciously sweet and satisfying? Try making your own vegan creme eggs! These tasty treats are a fun and festive way to celebrate the season, and they’re perfect for those who want to enjoy Easter treats while following a vegan lifestyle.
Get the recipe here.
29. Digging For Carrots Cupcake
These cupcakes are a fun activity for the kids and your Easter dinner guests!
Get the recipe here.
30. Carrot Cake Cookies
Everything you love in a carrot cake is now in bite-sized form with these soft and chewy carrot cake cookies. Not only are these cookies easy to make, but they only require one bowl for preparation, making them an easy treat for Easter.
Get the recipe here.
31. Easter Nest Chocolate Baked Donuts
These delectable treats are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, with a fluffy, freshly baked donut base topped with creamy frosting and a colorful array of Easter candies.
Get the recipe here.
32. Easter No Bake Chex Bars
Featuring a deliciously crunchy blend of Chex cereal and sweet marshmallows, these bars are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. And with their festive Easter colors and cute Easter-themed toppings, they’re also a fun and festive way to add some holiday cheer to your dessert table.
Get the recipe here.
33. Lemon Curd Cake
Enjoy a Spring-flavored dessert like this lemon curd cake filled with lemon curd and frosted with a lemon buttercream frosting!
Get the recipe here.
As we wrap up our Easter treat roundup, we hope these ideas have sparked your creativity and left your taste buds tingling with anticipation.
Whether you opt for traditional delights like hot cross buns and chocolate eggs or venture into more inventive territory with themed cupcakes or fruity tarts, the essence of Easter lies in the joy of sharing delicious moments with family and friends.
From our kitchen to yours, we wish you a season filled with warmth, laughter, and, of course, plenty of scrumptious treats. Happy Easter!
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