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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Our Best Easter Dessert Recipes

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.

Easter Poke Cake
This Easter Poke Cake is an easy Easter dessert that will wow your guests! It’s moist, delicious, and full of pretty pastel colors.
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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!

Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Guaranteed to be moist and delicious, this homemade from scratch Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting recipe is sure to be a winner!
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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.

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Rice Krispies Hidden Surprise Egg Treats
These sweet Rice Krispies Hidden Surprise Easter Egg Treats are part craft, part yummy Easter treat! Get the kids involved to make these cute and fun cookie-candy bites.
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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.

Strawberry Icebox Cake
You’re only three ingredients away from the perfect strawberry icebox cake! Layer Cool Whip, strawberries, and graham crackers and pop it in the fridge for the most magical no-bake dessert!
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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.

Coconut Cake
This classic coconut cake is an old-fashioned sheet cake made in a 9×13 inch pan. Making moist, rich coconut cake from scratch is super easy!
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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.

Zucchini Carrot Bars with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
These easy Zucchini Carrot Bars are the best way to eat your veggies! You'll love the bright, lemony cream cheese frosting, too!
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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.

Hummingbird Cake
A hummingbird cake is a traditional Southern cake that is incredibly moist and flavorful. It's perfect for every special occasion!
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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.

Coconut Cream Cake
This vintage cake uses a box cake mix as the base – to keep it easy! It is then filled with cream of coconut and topped with Cool Whip and sweetened shredded coconut. It's one of the best easy cake recipes I know!!
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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.

Lemon Bundt Cake
This Lemon Pound Cake is the perfect way to brighten any day! It’s dense, buttery, and full of fresh citrus flavor. 
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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!

Lemon Cookies
You're going to love these easy-to-make cake mix Lemon Cookies that are drizzled with a simple, sweet homemade glaze!
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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!

Lemon Bars
These old-fashioned lemon bars pair a buttery shortbread crust with a sweet-and-tangy lemon filling and a dusting of powdered sugar. You can’t go wrong with this classic lemon dessert!
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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.

Lemon Meringue Pie
Here’s how to make lemon meringue pie from scratch, with a bright, creamy lemon filling and a cloud-like meringue topping. It’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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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!

You're gonna love these Coconut Macaroon Nests that are filled with dark chocolate and topped with Mini Cadbury Eggs because they are the perfect Easter treat!  #macaroons #coconut #cookies #easter #dessert #allthingsmamma | allthingsmamma.com
Coconut Macaroon Nests
If you're looking for a wonderful Easter treat, these Coconut Macaroon Nests are easy and adorable! These little bites are filled with dark chocolate and topped with mini eggs.
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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.

Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is perfect for a party, celebration—or just because! The tangy, rich frosting is oh-so-perfect with the sweet banana cake.
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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.

Chocolate Cream Pie in pie plate
Chocolate Cream Pie
Made with a pre-made crust, instant chocolate pudding, and whipped topping this Chocolate Cream Pie recipe is a chocolate lover's dream!
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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.

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No-Bake Cheesecake
No-Bake Cheesecake is the perfect quick and easy, no-bake dessert! Made with light, simple ingredients—cream cheese, cool whip, sour cream, and sugar—this no-bake Cheesecake guarantees to be a hit!
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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!

This Lemon Drop Cupcake, inspired by a Lemon Drop Martini, is light, refreshing and can be made with or without alcohol. It's up to you!
Lemon Drop Cupcakes
Check out this easy Lemon Drop Cupcake recipe that is made from scratch inspired by the Lemon Drop Martini. Be sure to make a Lemon Drop Martini to go along with it! You’re gonna love it!
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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.

Blueberry Bundt cake
This Blueberry Bundt Cake recipe is an easy, super moist, and tender bundt cake made with sour cream and bursting with fresh blueberries!
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