30 Most Popular Easter Recipes

Glazed pork ham

First and foremost, the ham. This recipe outlines the simple, albeit somewhat subtle, process of preparing Easter ham from start to finish: how to trim the smoked ham, create the design, bake, and glaze it. You can also choose from four different glazes to suit your taste.

Recipe: Glazed pork ham

Potato gratin with four cheeses

At the Easter table, ham is best complemented by potatoes and cheese. For this elegant side dish, layer thinly sliced ​​potatoes with heavy cream, mozzarella, Asiago cheese, and raclette. Sprinkle with Parmesan and bake until bubbly.

Recipe: Potato gratin with four cheeses

Honey-glazed carrots

Honey-glazed baby carrots take just 15 minutes to prepare: the perfect quick side dish for a spring holiday table.

Recipe: Honey-glazed carrots

Green peas with creamy sauce and pancetta

Sweet peas and smoked pancetta are a classic combination; the chefs complement this dish with a lemony cream sauce.

Recipe: Green peas with creamy sauce and pancetta

Easter dinner of ham, vegetables and bun on two baking sheets

An Easter dinner for four can be easily prepared on two baking sheets in just over an hour. It's simple yet filling: tender asparagus, sweetly glazed carrots, a delicious potato gratin, baked ham, and even homemade buns.

Recipe: Easter dinner of ham, vegetables and bun on two baking sheets

Carrot cake with cottage cheese glaze

Top this dense carrot cake with homemade cream cheese frosting—a classic crowd-pleaser. Alton dredges the carrots in flour before mixing in the wet ingredients to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.

Recipe: Carrot cake with cottage cheese glaze

Glazed Ham with Cloves

If you're looking to keep your holiday table as simple as possible, try this recipe: sugar, mustard, and vinegar are all you need for a simple glazed Easter ham.

Recipe: Glazed Ham with Cloves

Deviled eggs

Deviled eggs are a timeless classic. We offer our most popular recipe for this appetizer.

Recipe: Deviled eggs

Egg noodles baked with ham and three cheeses

Try this exquisite Venetian-style pasta casserole. Sliced ​​ham and chopped parsley add a fresh, spring-like flavor.

Recipe: Egg noodles baked with ham and three cheeses

Asparagus and cheese pie

Use fresh asparagus to make a stunning spring tart. It's much easier to make than it looks.

Recipe: Asparagus and cheese pie

Smoked pork ham in orange glaze

Perhaps you're looking for something with a citrusy twist? Ina tops this ham with a sparkling glaze that combines three orange flavors: jam, juice, and zest.

Recipe: Smoked pork ham in orange glaze

Pizza rustica

This pizza is traditionally served at Easter, and it's no wonder: such an impressive dish is perfect for a special occasion. Although it requires some effort, the pizza can be prepared the day before and then brought to room temperature before serving.

Recipe: Pizza rustica

Rabbit Truffles

This no-bake dessert is truly spring-like. White icing and mini marshmallows transform these cookie treats into festive bunnies that can be used to decorate your table all season long.

Recipe: Rabbit Truffles

Cross buns for Easter

Fresh sweet buns are a classic treat this time of year. Currants and lemon zest glaze add a festive touch.

Recipe: Cross buns for Easter

Crown of lamb ribs

This is a wonderful meat dish for the holiday table, especially at Easter, when lamb plays a central role in the culinary traditions of many cultures. Follow Alton's recipe for a perfect preparation.

Recipe: Crown of lamb ribs

Bacon-wrapped pork loin in the oven

If you're looking for something more elegant instead of smoked ham, try this recipe from Giada. She seasons the pork with a garlic paste, thyme, and rosemary, then tops it with slices of pancetta.

Recipe: Bacon-wrapped pork loin in the oven

Easter Bunny Tail Cake

If you decide to serve an original dessert, try this cake.

Recipe: Easter Bunny Tail Cake

Lemon Curd

You'll be surprised how easy it is to make lemon curd at home, especially with Aina's recipe. Having a jar of this treat on hand during the holidays makes it easy to create a springtime atmosphere on any table.

Recipe: Lemon Curd

Easter cake

Easter pie is an Italian spring tradition, but it can easily be made year-round. Giada's sweet version uses a ricotta-orange filling and delicate filo pastry.

Recipe: Easter cake

Easter Bunny Cake

Celebrate Easter with this adorable bunny cake topped with coconut. Easy to make with these step-by-step instructions.

Recipe: Easter Bunny Cake

Passover Challah Bread

This light and airy bread is just the right amount of sweet and perfect for a traditional Easter dinner. (For a sweeter option, add up to 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract along with the eggs.) Make the bread a day ahead of serving, and if you don't finish it, use it to make delicious French toast the next day!

Recipe: Passover Challah Bread

Asparagus in the oven

No Easter menu would be complete without this wonderful spring vegetable: asparagus. Roast it with butter, salt, and pepper to bring out its natural flavor.

Recipe: Asparagus in the oven

Boneless ham in the oven

Make a festive appetizer from ham that will decorate your table with its appearance alone, not to mention the amazing taste – everyone will love it.

Recipe: Boneless ham in the oven

Potatoes baked in breadcrumbs with lemon and parmesan

Give baked potatoes a new twist: infuse the side dish with the bright citrus flavor of lemon and the taste of Parmesan cheese.

Recipe: Potatoes baked in breadcrumbs with lemon and parmesan

Mac'n'cheese in the oven

This classic Southern-style macaroni casserole features a light egg custard and sharp yellow cheddar. This moist and tender dish will please both those who like to slice it and those who prefer to spoon it straight from the pan.

Recipe: Mac'n'cheese in the oven

Greek Phyllo Dough Baklava with Pistachios

Michael watched his mother make baklava from the age of four. You're unlikely to have any leftovers of this delicious dessert, but if you don't finish it right away, you can freeze it (once the syrup has been absorbed) for up to a month, then bring it to room temperature before serving.

Recipe: Greek Phyllo Dough Baklava with Pistachios

Potato gratin

Serve this classic potato dish for Easter dinner or brunch.

Recipe: Potato gratin

Marshmallow bunnies on a stick

These cute bunnies are super easy to make. Wrap them in clear plastic bags and tie them with colorful ribbons for a fun treat for a party or Easter basket.

Recipe: Marshmallow bunnies on a stick

Spring salad with apples and fennel in vinaigrette dressing

This fragrant, juicy salad of early vegetables and apples will be a true highlight of your holiday dinner. It perfectly combines sweet and tart apples with sweet fennel, crisp cucumber, and zesty radish, while thin shavings of sheep's milk pecorino cheese make a delicious complement to the vegetables.

Recipe: Spring salad with apples and fennel in vinaigrette dressing

Baked Rainbow Carrots

Multicolored carrots are delicious: to serve them as a side dish, just add olive oil, salt, and chopped chives.

Recipe: Baked Rainbow Carrots