Don’t forget the sweet treats when planning your Easter menu. These Easter dessert ideas will be popular if you’re hosting a big family gathering, brunch, or having a meal for two. We’re sharing bright citrus desserts, indulgent chocolate treats, and Easter classics like carrot cake, coconut cake, and ricotta pie. Regardless of your baking skills, we guarantee there’s a dessert recipe you can make.
Carrot Cookies With Mascarpone Frosting
“I’ve been trying different combinations, since I learned to make cookies with a cake mix. This one crept into my mind the other day, and the family pronounced it very fine.” – Susan
Lavender Shortbread Cookies
“Everyone loves this recipe! Tender, buttery, and fragrant, they’re perfect with a hot cup of tea.” – Carol
Lemon Meringue Pie With a Twist
“This is one of my family’s holiday dessert favorites. The lemonade gives it the extra twist.” – Carolyn
Nine Layered Pineapple Cake
“This layered pineapple cake recipe has been passed down from generation to generation. It is guaranteed to be worth the time and love you put into it.” – Pamela
Hummingbird Cake
“This is a great cake. It reminds me of banana bread with cream cheese icing.” – Angela
Flourless Chocolate Torte
“The men in my life (husband, sons, and grandsons) love this flourless chocolate torte.” – Connie
My Friend’s Old Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie
“My good friend and co-worker, Colleen, used to bring this pie to our company potlucks. It disappeared like new fallen snow every time, and sometimes caused a scuffle or two… it is that good. My husband can eat the whole thing in 1 night! On top of that, it is easier than most of the coconut custard pie recipes, so it is a win/win!” – Diana
Funfetti Easter Cookies
“These soft and chewy Funfetti Easter Cookies are full of pastel sprinkles and M&Ms. They are not only adorable, they are also delicious.” – Debbie
Ricotta Pie
“This is another Easter dessert tradition. Rigat pie! (An Italian NY’er pronunciation of ricotta – haha) I believe this was my mom’s favorite. Top with whipped cream and enjoy!” – Jessica
Strawberry Rhubarb Cream Pie
“To me, nothing says spring like fresh strawberries and rhubarb. This wonderful pie is a new family favorite that tastes like jam with a creamy custard all baked into a pie crust with a crunchy crumb topping. So good it will make your eyes roll back into your head!” – Teresa
Aunt Gail’s Sour Cream Sugar Cookies
“This recipe was given to me by my Aunt Gail during my bridal shower back in 1992. I make these cookies for every holiday and occasion in between.” – Lori
Ali’s Plum Tart
“Make sure the plums are ripe enough – it makes all the difference!” – Ali
Simple Caramel Flan
“This is a very easy flan to make. My mother-in-law was Spanish. She hailed from New York City but her parents were from Puerto Rico and South America. This is one of my favorite recipes she shared with me.” – Linda
Cream Cheese Tarts
“These are so easy. They look and taste like you worked hard.” – Montra
Buttermilk Carrot Cake with Buttermilk Glaze
“Many years of making carrot cakes led me to combine them for this wonderful and easy pan cake – moist, moist, moist!” – Paula
Strawberry-filled Lemon Cream Cheese Bars
“These bars are like biting into a little bit of heaven on Earth.” – Jamallah
Granny’s Famous Coconut Cake
“My granny was known for her wonderful cakes. This coconut cake is one of them. I can’t help but think of her while making this. I wish that I could have one more day with her. She is teaching the angels how to cook now!” – Cindy
Lemon Chiffon Cake
“This is a very light, but rich cake. It’s very versatile as you do not have to stick to using lemon if you do not wish. Pretty much any citrus fruit will yield a yummy cake.” – Tessa
Chocolate Mousse Cake
“My mother used to make this cake for my birthday and other special occasions. It is made in a springform pan and is very decadent. A small piece goes a long way, but boy is it yummy!” – Carol
Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake
“A super moist and tender ricotta cake with an amazing lemon flavour!” – Kevin