Looking for something extra special to serve after Easter dinner? Look no further! Here are some of the best Easter desserts to wow your family and friends.
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When I think of Easter desserts, I think bright and springy colors, fresh flavors, and a beautiful presentation. From my pink Easter Poke Cake to lemon bars and lemon meringue pie, to coconut macaroon nests filled with dark chocolate and Cadbury mini eggs, you’re sure to find something that will make a memorably sweet ending to this year’s Easter dinner.
1. Easter Poke Cake
My pretty in pink Easter Poke Cake is a wonderful way to end your Easter dinner. Decorate it with pastel sprinkles for a festive touch.
2. Carrot Cake Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting
If you can get the Easter bunny to stay for dessert, chances are he’ll love these luscious carrot cake cupcakes topped with tangy homemade cream cheese frosting!
3. Rice Krispies Hidden Surprise Egg Treats
Who are we kidding? These cute rice krispies “eggs” with chocolate aren’t just for kids! Your family members of all ages will love this Easter-inspired treat.
4. Strawberry Icebox Cake
When I think spring I think strawberries, and I love to use strawberries in my seasonal desserts. This strawberry icebox cake is no-bake, and super easy to put together so you can focus on the rest of your Easter meal.
5. Coconut Cake
Need a dessert for a big Easter gathering? My moist and rich coconut sheet cake bakes up in a 9×13 inch pan to make plenty of servings for everyone. Sprinkle it with shredded coconut for even more coconut flavor.
6. Zucchini Carrot Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
A twist on a traditional carrot cake, these zucchini carrot bars are easy to handle and topped with a zingy lemon cream cheese frosting. Plus, veggies are tucked in the batter for more flavor and texture.
7. Hummingbird Cake
This traditional Southern cake is packed with banana, pineapple, and chopped pecans for incredible flavor and texture. It’s filled and frosted with a sweet and tangy cream cheese frosting.
8. Coconut Cream Cake
This luscious coconut cream cake could not be easier to make. To help with prep, it uses a box cake mix and is topped with Cool Whip and sweetened shredded coconut.
9. Lemon Bundt Cake
I love lemony desserts, and they feel just right at Easter time. My lemon bundt cake is a pretty cake filled with bright and tart lemon flavors and topped with a drizzle of lemon glaze for an extra punch of citrus flavor.
10. Lemon Cookies
For a more simple Easter dessert, try these lemon cookies served with a side of vanilla ice cream or just a cup of tea. And they’re made with cake mix to make baking them up even easier!
11. Lemon Bars
Lemon bars are a classic dessert for good reason—buttery shortbread and zingy lemon just go together so well. It’s impossible to eat just one!
12. Lemon Meringue Pie
Another classic lemon dessert, lemon meringue pie is a wonderful way to end Easter dinner. Our from-scratch recipe tops a sweet-tart lemon filling with fluffy meringue and is big on citrus flavor.
13. Coconut Macaroon Nests
Your Easter dessert will be extra memorable if you serve this sweet little dessert. Mini eggs are nestled on top of dark chocolate and placed inside adorable macaroon cookie nests. I love these!
14. The Best Banana Cake
Another sheet pan winner, this banana cake would be a delicious finish for Easter dessert. Sprinkle some shredded coconut on top for extra sweetness and take it a step further by adding more mini eggs.
15. Chocolate Cream Pie
I’ve got to include at least one chocolate recipe, and this chocolate cream pie fits the bill. It’s super easy to make, too, with a pre-made crust, instant chocolate pudding, and whipped topping.
16. No-Bake Cheesecake
Try our no-bake cheesecake recipe when you want a crowd-pleasing Easter dessert that’s a breeze to make. Using ingredients like cream cheese, cool whip, and a graham cracker crust, this dessert comes together in less than 20 minutes.
17. Lemon Drop Cupcakes
From-scratch lemon cupcakes are a sweet take on the Lemon Drop Martini. We’re not saying you have to serve a Lemon Drop with these cupcakes, but we definitely recommend it!
18. Blueberry Bundt
Another fruit-infused dessert, this blueberry bundt cake is a gorgeous blue color to bring a colorful touch to your dessert table. It’s made with sour cream and is bursting with fresh, juicy blueberries.
