Easter Dinner + Dessert 2024 Menu
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Easter Dinner + Dessert 2024 Menu
Whether you're planning an Easter gathering with friends or a festive family dinner, we've got you covered with our Easter Dinner + Dessert 2024 Menu! From irresistible appetizers, and mains to delectable Easter cake and other desserts, we've curated all the recipes you need to make this Easter one to remember. Get ready to take your feastin' game to the next level! Gluten-free, Dairy-free + Vegan Options.
I love starting Easter with a laid-back sweet + savory breakfast/brunch with family and friends, with delicious drinks (See my Best Easter Breakfast + Brunch Recipes) then slowly building some appetite again for appetizers, hearty side dishes with a BIG dinner + Easter dessert situation that'll have everyone reaching for seconds (and thirds. Haha guilty!) Whether you're into classic dishes or keen to try some new sides, I've got your Easter menu covered!
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Best Appetizers + Side Dishes
Get ready for side dishes that steal the spotlight—we've got your classic favorites and a few surprises that I'm sure will become new staples!
AIR FRYER BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Get ready for a crunchy delight with these Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts! With a crispy exterior and tender interior, they're the perfect savory snack or side dish for any meal. Completely Vegan + Gluten-free. Oven Option.
AIR FRYER GARLIC PARMESAN FRENCH FRIES
Perfectly crispy golden Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan French Fries—the ultimate side dish + snack. They're the perfect blend of crunchy goodness and savory garlic + Parmesan flavors. Gluten-free with an oven-baked option.
MAPLE HERB GLAZED CARROTS + CRANBERRIES
These Maple Herb Glazed Carrots are a delightful vegan + gluten-free side dish, perfect for any occasion.
HOT HONEY SOUTHERN CORNBREAD
Elevate your meal with the perfect side—Hot Honey Southern Cornbread. This delightful twist on a classic offers a sweet + spicy heat. It will vanish from the table in no time! Gluten-free + Dairy-free Option.
BAKED WHITE MAC + CHEESE WITH BACON
Indulge in the ultimate comfort with our Baked White Mac + Cheese with Bacon--- Perfect as a main dish or a standout side on any table! Creamy, dreamy, and loaded with irresistible flavors. Gluten-free + Vegan Option.
ULTRA CREAMY CHEESY GARLIC VEGAN MASHED POTATOES
If you're in search of a plant-based side dish that's both luxuriously creamy and bursting with flavor, look no further--Our Ultra Creamy Cheesy Garlic Vegan Mashed Potatoes. Completely Vegan + Slow cooker + Make-ahead options.
GARLIC HERB BISCUIT
Biscuits make for the best side dish that everyone will love! These Garlic Herb Biscuit Recipe are bold in flavor + super flaky----the perfect combo! Dairy-Free option.
SAUTÉED LEMON GARLIC HERB GREEN BEANS
This Sautéed Lemon Garlic Herb Green Beans recipe is a simple, staple side dish that compliments any Easter dinner table!
Air-fryer Asparagus
Air Fryer Asparagus brings a burst of flavor and crispiness to any meal, making it the ultimate go-to side dish for every occasion.
Flavorful Buffalo Chicken Cobb Salad
Prepare for a taste sensation with our Buffalo Chicken Cobb Salad! It's a delightful twist on the classic, featuring savory flavors and crunchy textures that'll keep you coming back for more.
Southern Potato Salad Recipe
Get ready for a taste of the South with this classic Southern Potato Salad Recipe! Featuring tender yet firm potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, tangy pickles, creamy vegan mayo + fresh dill. It's a delightful blend of flavors + textures that will elevate any meal as the perfect side dish! Completely Dairy-free + Vegan + No Boil Option.
THE BEST GARLIC PARMESAN CHICKEN WINGS
Get ready for The Best Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings--- Because, let's be real, garlic and Parmesan are the dream team of deliciousness. Air-fryer + Gluten-free option.
LEMON PEPPER CAULIFLOWER WINGS
Lemon Pepper Cauliflower Wings are the best vegetarian wings out there! A true flavor zesty explosion + crowd pleaser that will leave you wanting more! Ideal for a vegetarian side dish!
Easter Dinner Mains Everyone Will LOVE
These main dishes bring a burst of freshness and seasonal flavors to your Easter table. Each dish offers a delightful blend of ingredients, making them perfect centerpieces for a vibrant springtime feast.
JERK WHOLE ROAST CHICKEN
This Jerk Whole Roast Chicken with a maple-jerk glaze is a sure crowd-pleasing main dish.
PAN SEARED STEAK
This Pan Seared Steak Recipe is an easy way to create Steakhouse quality steak at home with just a handful of ingredients, perfectly crusted, + a whole lot of flavor!
WILD + BROWN RICE STUFFED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
This delightful recipe effortlessly marries the rich, earthy notes of butternut squash with a medley of wild and brown rice. Completely Vegan, Dairy-free + Gluten-free! Make ahead option.
SPICY VODKA RIGATONI PASTA BAKE
Spicy Vodka Rigatoni Pasta Bake—creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly spicy, with golden bubbly goodness! This dish blends tangy tomatoes with fiery flavors for a mouthwatering twist on a classic favorite. Gluten-free, Make-Ahead + Less Spicy Option.
Fancy Pomegranate Lamb Chops
Fancy Pomegranate Lamb Chops—a delicious main course that's sure to impress! With its succulent flavor it's the perfect centerpiece for your dinner table. Plus, it pairs beautifully with all your favorite sides, making it a versatile choice for any occasion!
Authentic Baked Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Savor the vibrant taste of Jamaica with this Authentic Baked Jamaican Jerk Chicken. Marinated in homemade Jamaican Green seasoning and jerk rub, it's a spicy delight that brings Caribbean flair to your table.
HOT HONEY BAKED CHICKEN BREASTS
Hot Honey Baked Chicken Breasts-- The perfect Easter dinner main, boast juicy, tender chicken with a delightful sweet, sticky, and spicy honey glaze that pairs perfectly with sides!
VEGAN BBQ BEEF WELLINGTON
The perfect vegan Easter main course is this Vegan BBQ Beef Wellington, made with a homemade crust and filling perfect for a crowd! A seriously perfect plant-based easter menu addition!
SHEET PAN GARLIC HERB SALMON, LOBSTER, + VEGGIES
This quick and easy Sheet Pan Garlic Herb Salmon, Lobster, + Veggies dinner has herby and savory flavors married together for the perfect recipe! Dairy-free option.
The Best Easter Desserts To Feed A Crowd
Leave a little room for the sweet finale—whether you opt for a variety of Easter desserts or stick to just one, here are my all-time favorites from easter cake, to cheesecake + more to choose from!
CINNAMON BROWN BUTTER STRAWBERRY CRUMB CAKE
Indulge in the warmth of Cinnamon Brown Butter Strawberry Crumb Cake-- boasting the dreamiest buttery, crumbly topping. Perfect for an Easter dessert, or any moment that calls for a touch of sweetness. Gluten-free option
STRAWBERRY LEMON LAYER CAKE
Celebrate with a slice of delicious Strawberry Lemon Layer Cake! Imagine layers of moist fluffy lemon cake & sweet strawberry frosting. This dreamy easter dessert is the perfect Spring cake! Vegan + Gluten-Free option.
SOUTHERN PEACH COBBLER CHEESECAKE
Get ready for dessert perfection with this Southern Peach Cobbler Cheesecake. A heavenly combination of creamy cheesecake + irresistible flavors of peach cobbler. Pure indulgence in every mouthwatering bite. Gluten-Free option.
MY FAVORITE PEACH CRUMBLE PIE
My Favorite Peach Crumble Pie is by far top notch and the perfect cross between peach cobbler goodness + non-traditional pie, especially with it's delicious crumble topping! Dairy-free, Vegan, + Gluten-free options.
OREO FUNFETTI CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
These Oreo Funfetti Chocolate Chip Cookies are packed with Oreo crunch, melted chocolate chunks + rainbow sprinkles making them soft, chewy + totally irresistible. Get ready for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that'll have you craving more. Gluten-free option.
THE BEST STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE ICE CREAM
Indulge in The Best Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream that combines rich and velvety textures with the perfect amount of bite from the strawberries and shortbread cookies. The perfect spring easter cake + icecream combo for the entire family! Dairy-free + Gluten-free option.
BEST SOUTHERN SALTED CARAMEL CAKE
Indulge in the rich and buttery flavors of Southern Salted Caramel Cake - The perfect Easter cake + dessert. Vegan + Gluten-free options.
THE BEST BISCOFF BANANA PUDDING WITH CARAMEL
Biscoff cookies are perfect for snacking, dipping, and makes for an incredible addition to this Biscoff Banana Pudding with Caramel----an unbelievable upgrade to it's classic counterpart!
PERFECT LEMON BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE
This Perfect lemon blueberry cheesecake is a great hand-held treat that comes in handy just in time for Easter. Gluten-free option.
VEGAN VANILLA DONUTS WITH SPRINKLES
These fun Vegan Vanilla Donuts with Sprinkles are super easy to make, only requires one bowl. A perfect easter menu addition!
THE BEST LEMON COCONUT CAKE
Experience a burst of sunshine in every bite with homemade Lemon Coconut Cake! The tangy lemon and tropical coconut flavors come together in a dance of deliciousness in every slice making it such a nice pick of a easter cake! Gluten-free + Vegan Option.
HONEY LAVENDER SHEET CAKE
Treat yourself to a slice of this heavenly soft Honey Lavender Sheet Cake, infused with fresh lavender + sweet honey as the perfect easter cake. Make-ahead, Vegan + Gluten-Free options.
CHOCOLATE OREO SKILLET BROWNIE [VEGAN]
Fudgy brownies are a requirement in my house, and this Chocolate Oreo Skillet Brownie includes no dairy or animal products while being the most delicious brownie you'll ever taste! Gluten-free option.
VEGAN FUNFETTI CUPCAKES
These fun Funfetti cupcakes are egg-free, dairy-free and incredibly fluffy and moist--perfect for Easter celebrations!
OLIVE OIL CAKE
This classic Olive Oil Cake is the perfect thing to make for Spring and Summer. You're guaranteed to enjoy the most lightest, fluffiest, moist cake topped with a sifted powdered sugar and fresh berries of your choice! Vegan option.
FUNFETTI CHEESECAKE BARS
Funfetti Cheesecake Bars are cute, fun and full of tangy, creamy flavor with a crisp graham cracker-brown sugar crust and colorful rainbow sprinkles. A seriously perfect easter menu addition!
EASY SOUTHERN PEACH COBBLER [WITH CANNED PEACHES]
This Easy Southern Peach Cobbler [with Canned Peaches] is an old-fashioned way to whipping together this timeless dessert often enjoyed with a few scoops of ice cream for a real treat for the entire family! Vegan + Gluten-Free options.
THE BEST VEGAN CHOCOLATE CAKE
The Best Vegan Chocolate Cake is full of rich chocolatey goodness. It's dense, super fudgy, and completely dairy-free and egg-free; no one would even guess it's completely plant-based! The perfect treat for any celebration and Kid-approved + adult-approved!
ICED LEMON LOAF POUND CAKE
This fluffy and moist Iced Lemon Loaf Pound Cake is a little sunshine in sweet form to share for breakfast, brunch or any time during the Spring! Make ahead + Gluten-Free options.
SOUTHERN-STYLE CARROT CAKE CINNAMON ROLLS [SOFT + GOOEY]
These Southern-Style Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls are fluffy as a cloud and melt in your mouth with every bite. Overnight, Vegan, + Gluten-free options.
That's A Wrap!
And there you have it! If you're craving more Easter Dinner + Dessert recipe inspiration, feel free to explore my Main Meal or Dessert categories on the site! I hope you enjoyed this list and have a beautiful Easter. I'm truly grateful for you!
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More Roundup Recipes You Will LOVE
If you loved scrolling through these easter menu recipes for a little food inspiration--- Try these out next, that's exactly what these lists are here for!
- Best Easter Breakfast + Brunch Recipes
- 22 Jamaican Foods You Need To Try
- Best Sauces, Seasonings + Dressings
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