Jump to Recipe These Easter dinner ideas include all the recipes you need to create the best Easter menu from appetizers to desserts! There are plenty of delicious main courses to choose from like prime rib, lamb, honey-glazed ham, & more! Here you’ll find everything you need to make this Easter Sunday the best one yet! Best Easter Dinner Recipes After church and Easter egg hunts everyone works up a hearty appetite on Easter Sunday, so an incredible family dinner is a must! If you aren’t sure what to put on the menu for Easter dinner this year, take a look at these family-favorite recipes that are perfect for celebrating together! Everything complements each other wonderfully, so all you have to do is pick one (or a few) recipes from the appetizers, main courses, side dishes, and dessert sections and make your shopping list!
Gather all of your favorite Easter recipes and round them out with my tasty Easter dinner ideas collection below! Easter AppetizersDeviled EggsRhode’s RollsSkillet Foccacia BreadSweet Potato CornbreadCreamy Yellow Squash SoupWedge SaladEaster Main CoursesHoney Glazed HamStanding Rib RoastInstant Pot Leg of LambRound Roast Pot RoastPan Seared Lamb ChopsSalmon with Dill SauceEaster Side DishesBaked Bacon Wrapped AsparagusHoney Glazed CarrotsBaked Cabbage SteaksMandarin Orange Jello SaladCheesy Bacon Ranch PotatoesMaple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with BaconDauphinoise PotatoesFruit Cocktail SaladVelveeta Mac and CheeseGreen Beans AlmondineGerman Potato SaladButtered Peas & CarrotsMashed Sweet PotatoesEaster DessertsEaster Basket CupcakesPineapple Upside Down Bundt CakeCinnamon Roll Bread PuddingBlackberry TartButtermilk Pie
Jump to:Best Easter Dinner Recipes 🥗 Easter Appetizers
- Deviled Eggs
- Rhode’s Rolls
- Skillet Foccacia Bread
- Sweet Potato Cornbread
- Creamy Yellow Squash Soup
- Wedge Salad 🍖 Easter Main Courses
- Honey Glazed Ham
- Standing Rib Roast
- Instant Pot Leg of Lamb
- Round Roast Pot Roast
- Pan Seared Lamb Chops
- Salmon with Dill Sauce 🥐 Easter Side Dishes
- Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
- Honey Glazed Carrots
- Baked Cabbage Steaks
- Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
- Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes
- Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
- Dauphinoise Potatoes
- Fruit Cocktail Salad
- Velveeta Mac and Cheese
- Green Beans Almondine
- German Potato Salad
- Buttered Peas & Carrots
- Mashed Sweet Potatoes 🥧 Easter Desserts
- Easter Basket Cupcakes
- Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake
- Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding
- Blackberry Tart
- Buttermilk Pie 🍽️ More Holiday Dinner Ideas 📋 Recipe
🥗 Easter Appetizers
- Deviled Eggs Deviled eggs are a great appetizer that people can munch on while they wait on the main course! Everyone should have a classic deviled egg recipe in their back pocket and this recipe has been my go-to for years.
Deviled Eggs
These deviled eggs are a classic, time-honored recipe that is supremely easy to make and quite simply the best ever! Some things just don’t need improving, and these yummy deviled eggs are one of those things! Of course, you can always change them up with stir-ins or add-ons, but these eggs will be just like the ones from your childhood!
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- Rhode’s Rolls Soft, buttery rolls that are perfect for soaking up gravy or scooping up potatoes. They come frozen, so all you have to do is bake them!
Butter Herb Rhodes Rolls
These butter herb Rhodes rolls are soft, fluffy, and delicious dinner rolls that make a wonderful addition to any weeknight dinner! Rhodes rolls are first thawed and set out to rise, then baked with a tasty herb-infused butter. With a prep time of only 5 minutes and a short baking time, you can have pull-apart rolls ready for dinner or any holiday gathering in a jiffy!
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- Skillet Foccacia Bread A rustic homemade skillet focaccia bread is a great alternative to traditional rolls. You can play around with different herbs and customize the flavors to your liking!
Cast Iron Skillet Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread
This Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread is really easy to make…don’t let the wait times fool you! And the results are truly delicious!
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- Sweet Potato Cornbread You can play into the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes by adding cinnamon and honey or keep them classic. Either way, you’ll want to make this cornbread year after year!
Sweet Potato Cornbread
This sweet potato cornbread is a sweet and delicious fall-time twist on a popular classic side dish that we all know and love! Packed with mashed sweet potato, brown sugar, and warm spices, this cornbread is loaded with all of your favorite fall flavors! Of course, this dish is perfect for the holidays, but it is so versatile that you can easily enjoy it for any occasion!
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- Creamy Yellow Squash Soup This smooth and creamy soup made with summer squash is so easy to make! It makes a great light appetizer so you can save room for the main course.
Creamy Yellow Squash Soup
Creamy yellow squash soup is an incredible side dish or appetizer that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes! It can be gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian-friendly. This soup is perfect for fall and makes a fun and festive addition to any Thanksgiving menu!
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- Wedge Salad A simple wedge salad with bacon, tomatoes, and blue cheese, is an elegant way to start your Easter dinner. Of course, you can always swap out the toppings and dressing for your favorites!
Wedge Salad
This classic wedge salad made with iceberg lettuce is crisp and full of tasty ingredients like blue cheese, bacon, and tomatoes! No basic side salad can compare to a huge wedge of fresh lettuce loaded with delicious toppings! Plus this tasty wedge side salad is super easy to throw together!
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🍖 Easter Main Courses 7. Honey Glazed Ham Many argue that honey-glazed ham is a must-have on Easter Sunday. The sweet sticky glaze complements the savory meat in a way that has people looking forward to Easter dinner. If you want to serve ham but aren’t a fan of honey glaze, you can always try my gingersnap-crusted ham instead!
Glazed Honey Ham
My glazed honey ham recipe is the perfect Christmas, Easter, or Thanksgiving main course for a fabulous family meal that everyone will love! This delicious ham is glazed with rich butter, sweet brown sugar, sticky honey, and studded with cloves to create an amazing main dish!
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- Standing Rib Roast This standing prime rib roast makes an epic centerpiece for any special occasion. All it takes is a simple roast dry rub and some time in the oven, it couldn’t be easier! If you like to serve your meat with a sauce, try my easy prime rib au jus or my horseradish sauce for prime rib.
Standing Rib Roast
This standing rib roast is an elegant holiday beef roast that is perfect for any special occasion, gathering, or holiday! It is a succulent cut of bone-in prime rib that is roasted low and slow until it has a delicious, crusty exterior and a perfectly tender center. Any dinner with this show-stopping standing rib roast as the main course is sure to be a meal people will remember!
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- Instant Pot Leg of Lamb Let your Instant Pot do all the work this Easter with this extremely flavorful leg of lamb recipe! The meat is buttery and tender, with almost little to no prep time. Try it with some brown lamb gravy and you’ll be in heaven.
Instant Pot Leg of Lamb
This Instant Pot leg of lamb is a delicious and tender main course that takes practically no effort to prepare! The meat is juicy, flavorful, and so tasty that it is a completely holiday-worthy dinner! Not to mention, making it in the pressure cooker is a real time-saver and it won’t take up valuable oven space!
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- Round Roast Pot Roast Juicy and flavorful pot roast with tender potatoes, carrots, and onions. It’s homemade comfort food at its finest! A side of rich and savory pot roast gravy is a must.
Round Roast Pot Roast
This round roast pot roast recipe is an easy way to get a hearty roast dinner on the table any day of the week! With lots of tender potatoes, carrots, and onions, this one-pot meal is always a family favorite. Best of all, there are only 10 minutes of prep time and the oven does the rest of the work!
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- Pan Seared Lamb Chops With this recipe it is so easy to make restaurant-quality lamb chops at home! The secret is my delicious and deceptively simple lamb rub.
Pan Seared Lamb Chops
Nothing says gourmet like some juicy, perfectly pan seared lamb chops, and now you can have restaurant-quality lamb chops at home! With minimal ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll be amazed at how delicious homemade lamb chops can be!
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- Salmon with Dill Sauce Salmon is a quick and easy protein option that is still formal enough for a special occasion. The creamy lemon dill sauce complements the light flavor of the fish perfectly!
Salmon with Dill Sauce
My crispy, easy to make pan-seared salmon with dill sauce is so delicious, it’s a dinner worth making tonight! My salmon is pan-seared until the skin is amazingly crispy and beautifully golden-brown, then I top it with a creamy, fresh dill and lemon sauce that makes it over-the-top delicious!
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🥐 Easter Side Dishes 13. Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bacon makes everything better and asparagus is no exception! Even the kids will want to eat their vegetables when there’s a crispy strip of bacon wrapped around them.
Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Everything tastes better with crispy, salty bacon, and this baked bacon-wrapped asparagus recipe proves it! These bacon-wrapped spears of asparagus make a wonderful gourmet appetizer or side dish with very little fuss!
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- Honey Glazed Carrots Tender carrots coated in a sticky glaze made with honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs. They can be on the table in less than 30 minutes and are incredibly easy to prepare!
Honey Glazed Carrots
These oven roasted honey glazed carrots are the perfect easy vegetable side dish for any time of the year! They are sweet and fragrant and pair wonderfully with ham or turkey around the holidays. The winning combination of honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs is what takes these tender honey glazed roasted carrots over the top!
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- Baked Cabbage Steaks Not only are baked cabbage steaks an easy vegetable side dish, but they also make a great vegetarian main course!
Baked Cabbage Steaks
Baked cabbage steaks are a simple, tasty vegetable side dish with minimal prep needed and just 4 ingredients! Slice your heads of cabbage into 1-inch steaks then brush each with olive oil, season them with salt and pepper, then bake until fork-tender. If you don’t think you are a fan of cabbage, this recipe is bound to change your mind!
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- Mandarin Orange Jello Salad Mandarin orange Jello salad always comes highly recommended by the kids in my family. All you need is some canned mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, Cool Whip, orange Jello, and mini marshmallows!
Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
Mandarin orange Jello salad is a sweet treat made with mandarin oranges, pineapple, Jello gelatin, Cool Whip, and plenty of mini marshmallows! It has a creamy, mousse-like consistency and a flavor that is reminiscent of an orange Dreamsicle. If you’re looking for an easy after-dinner dessert, this chilled mandarin orange Jello salad is just what you need!
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- Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes Tender chunks of potato all wrapped up in a combination of sour cream, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch dressing mix! This potato side dish is always a hit with kids and adults alike.
Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes
My cheesy bacon ranch potatoes are one of my favorite easy potato side dishes, and once you try them you’ll realize what you’ve been missing! Chunks of potato are baked until fork-tender then mixed with an irresistible combination of sour cream, cheese, and crispy bacon- it’s as delicious as it sounds!
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- Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon Brussel sprouts add a pop of color to any plate and this version with maple syrup and bacon is the best! The edges of the sprouts will start to caramelize while they roast which adds a great pop of flavor.
Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Toasted Walnuts
These easy to make Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Toasted Walnuts are a wonderful addition to your holiday meals! Not only does the roasting bring out the sweetness of the brussel sprouts, but it also adds some crispy caramelized edges that are a true treat!
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- Dauphinoise Potatoes This upscale potato side dish is creamy and indulgent, yet surprisingly easy to make. They are loaded with cream, butter, and rich Gruyere cheese to make a satisfying side that is perfect for any holiday.
Dauphinoise Potatoes (Cheesy Potatoes Gratin Dauphinoise)
Dauphinoise potatoes are simple and cheesy thin-sliced potatoes layered with cream, butter, and cheese for an incredible side dish! This easy potato dish is so elegant and beautiful, it almost looks too good to eat! The flavor is so mouthwateringly delicious, you’ll never want to make potatoes another way!
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- Fruit Cocktail Salad A sweet and refreshing fruit cocktail salad always makes a great addition to any Easter spread. The pineapple and vanilla pudding sauce is hard to resist!
Fruit Cocktail Salad
My easy fruit cocktail salad features a rainbow of different fruit and a sauce made with pineapple and vanilla pudding that is incredible! This is a fabulous summer side dish or dessert that can be made using fresh or canned fruit, it’s delicious either way! Try a refreshing fruit cocktail salad at your next get-together!
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- Velveeta Mac and Cheese Everyone enjoys a big pot of creamy mac and cheese! This family favorite recipe uses Velveeta for the most smooth and cheesy results.
Velveeta Mac and Cheese
Velveeta mac and cheese is rich, creamy, and so incredibly cheesy that your whole family will love it every time it’s served with dinner! It is a one-pot side dish that takes practically no effort to make! Plus, it is ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes!
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- Green Beans Almondine Tender-crisp green beans with a simple blend of seasonings and thinly slivered almonds. It’s an extremely simple recipe that always yields tasty results!
Green Beans Almondine
Green beans almondine is a refreshing and tasty vegetable side dish that pairs well with any of your family’s favorite main dishes! This simple French-inspired recipe features green beans tossed with toasted almond slivers, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper! In just 20 minutes you can whip up a healthy green bean dish perfect for any weeknight or holiday dinner!
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- German Potato Salad Chunks of potato in a perfectly seasoned vinegar dressing with pearl onions and bacon. It’s different than traditional potato salad, but just as flavorful (maybe even more so)!
German Potato Salad
German potato salad is an amazingly delicious side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, barbecues, or banquets! It is loaded with potatoes, onion, bacon, and a combination of vinegar and spices for a unique and authentic flavor. Whenever you serve this to your friends and family, everyone will be begging to know what the recipe is!
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- Buttered Peas & Carrots There’s nothing wrong with keeping it simple! Buttered peas and carrots are an easy side dish to whip up at the last minute.
Buttered Peas & Carrots
Tasty buttered peas & carrots are a classic vegetable side dish that can easily be made either on the stove or in the microwave! Sometimes the most simple recipes are the best, and this delicious combination of tender carrots and buttery sweet peas is one of those times!
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- Mashed Sweet Potatoes Sweet and savory mashed sweet potatoes will complement any protein perfectly! They are rich, creamy, and come together in about 30 minutes.
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
These mashed sweet potatoes are the perfect sweet side dish to accompany all of your favorite holiday meals! They are creamy, rich, and have just the right amount of added sweetness to make them completely irresistible! This is going to become your new favorite sweet potato side dish!
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🥧 Easter Desserts 26. Easter Basket Cupcakes It doesn’t get more festive than than these adorably Easter baket cupcakes! The milk chocolate mini eggs on top are almost too cute to eat.
Easter Basket Cupcakes
These Easter basket cupcakes are a fun, cute, and incredibly easy dessert to make this Spring for all of your Easter festivities! It’s a great Easter dessert to make with your kids because they can decorate their own cupcakes! They’re perfect as an after-dinner dessert for your Easter meal, or for enjoying throughout the week!
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- Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake This pineapple upside down bundt cake decorates itself, all you have to do is flip it over! It’s an ultra-moist pineapple cake with bites of Maraschino cherries, pineapple slices, and brown sugar on top. The sugar melts into an incredible glaze, so you don’t even need frosting!
Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake
This tasty pineapple upside down bundt cake is a beautiful presentation of a well-loved and popular dessert that’s quick and easy to make! This easy cake mix recipe makes it even faster to get this impressive dessert ready for all to enjoy!
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- Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding What’s better than bread pudding? Bread pudding made with cinnamon rolls! You can use baked cinnamon rolls or cinnamon roll dough, whatever you have on hand.
Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding
My Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding is a holiday favorite for treating the family to an amazing breakfast or dessert!
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- Blackberry Tart Tart and sweet, this blackberry pie is the dessert recipe you didn’t know you needed. A shortcrust pie shell is filled to the brim with fresh or frozen blackberries and baked until golden brown. The whole family will be excited when this tart hits the table.
Blackberry Tart
This blackberry tart is easy-to-make. Loaded with fresh blackberries in a shortcrust tart shell and topped with toasted coconut & lime zest! The flavors come together to really highlight how delicious the fresh, plump blackberries are! This is one of those desserts that you wait all year for the perfect berries to be in season.
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- Buttermilk Pie This Southern classic recipe is everything you love about dessert. It’s so sweet and creamy, you can’t just have one slice.
Buttermilk Pie
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Easter Dinner Ideas: Standing Rib Roast (+ More Incredible Recipes To Make This Year!)
These Easter dinner ideas include all the recipes you need to create the best Easter menu from appetizers to desserts! There are plenty of delicious main courses to choose from like prime rib, lamb, honey-glazed ham, & more! Here you’ll find everything you need to make this Easter Sunday the best one yet!
Author | Angela
Servings: 10 servings Calories: 681kcal Prep 15 minutes Cooking 3 hours 45 minutes Resting Time 30 minutes Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Pin Recipe Share on Facebook Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3xStanding Prime Rib Roast▢ 5 lb prime rib (bone-in prime rib)Prime Rib Rub▢ 1 ½ tablespoon Kosher salt▢ 1 tablespoon coarse ground pepper (freshly ground is best)▢ ½ tablespoon garlic powder▢ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)▢ 1 teaspoon dried rosemary▢ 1 teaspoon ground sage▢ 1 teaspoon dried thyme▢ ½ teaspoon dried oregano▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder
InstructionsPreparationPlace your bone-in prime rib roast under cool running water and use paper towels to pat it dry. If desired, use a sharp knife to remove any excess silver skin or fat.5 lb prime ribPrime Rib RubIn a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground sage, dried rosemary, and dried thyme until everything is evenly distributed and set it to the side.1 ½ tablespoon Kosher salt, 1 tablespoon coarse ground pepper, ½ tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon ground sage, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried thymePlace your standing rib roast in a baking dish or on a baking pan and sprinkle the dry rub over it, using half of the seasoning on each side. Massage the dry rub into the meat, rolling the edges of your roast in any excess dry rub that falls off. Coat the entire surface of the roast with the dry rub, don’t be shy with the seasoning! Once your roast is seasoned, place it uncovered in the refrigerator to dry brine overnight (or at least 8 hours, but up to 2 days at the most). *For the best results, remove your roast from the fridge at least 1 hour, but preferably 2, hours before cooking so it can come to room temperature. Roasting The Prime RibPreheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).Place your dry brined roast into a roasting pan and put it in the oven bone-side-down. Roast for approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes (roughly 45 minutes per pounds for a 5-pound prime rib), or until it reaches your desired level of doneness as listed in the next step. When your standing rib roast reaches an internal temperature of 120-125°F (49-52°C) for RARE, 125-129°F (52-54°C) for MEDIUM-RARE, 130-139°F (54-59°C) for MEDIUM, or 140-145°F (60-63°C) for MEDIUM-WELL, remove it from the oven. Loosely tent a piece of foil over the top and allow it to rest for 20-30 minutes before slicing.(Optional) Reverse SearTo reverse sear your roast before serving, remove it from the oven 10°F (5.5°C) shy of your ideal temperature. Transfer the roast to a cutting board and loosely cover it with foil while you increase the oven temperature to 500°F (260°C).Once the oven has preheated, return the roast to the oven and let it sear until it reaches your desired internal temperature as listed above. *Watch your roast closely because the searing step will go quickly.Remove your standing rib roast from the oven and loosely tent foil over the top. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Equipment You May NeedMixing Bowlbaking dishroasting pan Notes If you prefer, you may wrap the seasoned standing rib roast in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge to ‘cure’ for 4 hours or up to overnight. Otherwise, I recommend dry brining the roast overnight uncovered. Check the internal temperature of your roast at the thickest portion of the roast, as well as a few other areas toward the center of your roast to determine doneness. The internal temperatures listed above are not the final temperature your roast will be after removing it from the oven. While resting, ‘carryover cooking’ occurs which will increase the internal temperature 5-7°F (3-4°C) before serving. Try to pull your roast out just shy of your desired temperature. To store: Wrap leftover roast tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or wrap it in foil and freeze for up to 6 months. To reheat: Thaw frozen roast in the fridge overnight before reheating. Slices may be steamed or reheated in a skillet over medium heat. An intact roast can be wrapped in foil with a splash of beef broth and placed in a baking dish. Put it in the oven at 300°F (150°C) until it reaches your desired internal temperature. Times may vary depending on the size of your leftover roast, but it is a good idea to check the temperature every 10 minutes.
NutritionCalories: 681kcal (34%) | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 31g (62%) | Fat: 60g (92%) | Saturated Fat: 25g (156%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 137mg (46%) | Sodium: 1148mg (50%) | Potassium: 522mg (15%) | Fiber: 0.4g (2%) | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 108IU (2%) | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 25mg (3%) | Iron: 4mg (22%) Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love! best dishes to serve for an Easter dinner, bread to make for Easter, Easter dinner ideas, Easter dinner ideas to make, main dishes for Easter dinner, prime rib, side dishes for Easter dinner, standing rib roast, what to make for Easter Course Beef Dishes, Main Course, Prime RibCuisine AmericanAngela @ BakeItWithLove.comAngela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma’s kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love! bakeitwithlove.com/about/
These Easter dinner ideas include all the recipes you need to create the best Easter menu from appetizers to desserts! There are plenty of delicious main courses to choose from like prime rib, lamb, honey-glazed ham, & more! Here you’ll find everything you need to make this Easter Sunday the best one yet!
Best Easter Dinner Recipes
After church and Easter egg hunts everyone works up a hearty appetite on Easter Sunday, so an incredible family dinner is a must! If you aren’t sure what to put on the menu for Easter dinner this year, take a look at these family-favorite recipes that are perfect for celebrating together!
Everything complements each other wonderfully, so all you have to do is pick one (or a few) recipes from the appetizers, main courses, side dishes, and dessert sections and make your shopping list!
Gather all of your favorite Easter recipes and round them out with my tasty Easter dinner ideas collection below!
- Easter AppetizersDeviled EggsRhode’s RollsSkillet Foccacia BreadSweet Potato CornbreadCreamy Yellow Squash SoupWedge SaladEaster Main CoursesHoney Glazed HamStanding Rib RoastInstant Pot Leg of LambRound Roast Pot RoastPan Seared Lamb ChopsSalmon with Dill SauceEaster Side DishesBaked Bacon Wrapped AsparagusHoney Glazed CarrotsBaked Cabbage SteaksMandarin Orange Jello SaladCheesy Bacon Ranch PotatoesMaple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with BaconDauphinoise PotatoesFruit Cocktail SaladVelveeta Mac and CheeseGreen Beans AlmondineGerman Potato SaladButtered Peas & CarrotsMashed Sweet PotatoesEaster DessertsEaster Basket CupcakesPineapple Upside Down Bundt CakeCinnamon Roll Bread PuddingBlackberry TartButtermilk Pie
🥗 Easter Appetizers
1. Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are a great appetizer that people can munch on while they wait on the main course! Everyone should have a classic deviled egg recipe in their back pocket and this recipe has been my go-to for years.
Deviled Eggs
These deviled eggs are a classic, time-honored recipe that is supremely easy to make and quite simply the best ever! Some things just don’t need improving, and these yummy deviled eggs are one of those things! Of course, you can always change them up with stir-ins or add-ons, but these eggs will be just like the ones from your childhood!
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2. Rhode’s Rolls
Soft, buttery rolls that are perfect for soaking up gravy or scooping up potatoes. They come frozen, so all you have to do is bake them!
These deviled eggs are a classic, time-honored recipe that is supremely easy to make and quite simply the best ever! Some things just don’t need improving, and these yummy deviled eggs are one of those things! Of course, you can always change them up with stir-ins or add-ons, but these eggs will be just like the ones from your childhood!
Butter Herb Rhodes Rolls
These butter herb Rhodes rolls are soft, fluffy, and delicious dinner rolls that make a wonderful addition to any weeknight dinner! Rhodes rolls are first thawed and set out to rise, then baked with a tasty herb-infused butter. With a prep time of only 5 minutes and a short baking time, you can have pull-apart rolls ready for dinner or any holiday gathering in a jiffy!
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3. Skillet Foccacia Bread
A rustic homemade skillet focaccia bread is a great alternative to traditional rolls. You can play around with different herbs and customize the flavors to your liking!
These butter herb Rhodes rolls are soft, fluffy, and delicious dinner rolls that make a wonderful addition to any weeknight dinner! Rhodes rolls are first thawed and set out to rise, then baked with a tasty herb-infused butter. With a prep time of only 5 minutes and a short baking time, you can have pull-apart rolls ready for dinner or any holiday gathering in a jiffy!
Cast Iron Skillet Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread
This Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread is really easy to make…don’t let the wait times fool you! And the results are truly delicious!
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4. Sweet Potato Cornbread
You can play into the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes by adding cinnamon and honey or keep them classic. Either way, you’ll want to make this cornbread year after year!
This Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread is really easy to make…don’t let the wait times fool you! And the results are truly delicious!
Sweet Potato Cornbread
This sweet potato cornbread is a sweet and delicious fall-time twist on a popular classic side dish that we all know and love! Packed with mashed sweet potato, brown sugar, and warm spices, this cornbread is loaded with all of your favorite fall flavors! Of course, this dish is perfect for the holidays, but it is so versatile that you can easily enjoy it for any occasion!
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5. Creamy Yellow Squash Soup
This smooth and creamy soup made with summer squash is so easy to make! It makes a great light appetizer so you can save room for the main course.
This sweet potato cornbread is a sweet and delicious fall-time twist on a popular classic side dish that we all know and love! Packed with mashed sweet potato, brown sugar, and warm spices, this cornbread is loaded with all of your favorite fall flavors! Of course, this dish is perfect for the holidays, but it is so versatile that you can easily enjoy it for any occasion!
Creamy Yellow Squash Soup
Creamy yellow squash soup is an incredible side dish or appetizer that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes! It can be gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian-friendly. This soup is perfect for fall and makes a fun and festive addition to any Thanksgiving menu!
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6. Wedge Salad
A simple wedge salad with bacon, tomatoes, and blue cheese, is an elegant way to start your Easter dinner. Of course, you can always swap out the toppings and dressing for your favorites!
Creamy yellow squash soup is an incredible side dish or appetizer that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes! It can be gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian-friendly. This soup is perfect for fall and makes a fun and festive addition to any Thanksgiving menu!
Wedge Salad
This classic wedge salad made with iceberg lettuce is crisp and full of tasty ingredients like blue cheese, bacon, and tomatoes! No basic side salad can compare to a huge wedge of fresh lettuce loaded with delicious toppings! Plus this tasty wedge side salad is super easy to throw together!
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🍖 Easter Main Courses
7. Honey Glazed Ham
Many argue that honey-glazed ham is a must-have on Easter Sunday. The sweet sticky glaze complements the savory meat in a way that has people looking forward to Easter dinner.
This classic wedge salad made with iceberg lettuce is crisp and full of tasty ingredients like blue cheese, bacon, and tomatoes! No basic side salad can compare to a huge wedge of fresh lettuce loaded with delicious toppings! Plus this tasty wedge side salad is super easy to throw together!
If you want to serve ham but aren’t a fan of honey glaze, you can always try my gingersnap-crusted ham instead!
Glazed Honey Ham
My glazed honey ham recipe is the perfect Christmas, Easter, or Thanksgiving main course for a fabulous family meal that everyone will love! This delicious ham is glazed with rich butter, sweet brown sugar, sticky honey, and studded with cloves to create an amazing main dish!
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8. Standing Rib Roast
This standing prime rib roast makes an epic centerpiece for any special occasion. All it takes is a simple roast dry rub and some time in the oven, it couldn’t be easier!
My glazed honey ham recipe is the perfect Christmas, Easter, or Thanksgiving main course for a fabulous family meal that everyone will love! This delicious ham is glazed with rich butter, sweet brown sugar, sticky honey, and studded with cloves to create an amazing main dish!
If you like to serve your meat with a sauce, try my easy prime rib au jus or my horseradish sauce for prime rib.
Standing Rib Roast
This standing rib roast is an elegant holiday beef roast that is perfect for any special occasion, gathering, or holiday! It is a succulent cut of bone-in prime rib that is roasted low and slow until it has a delicious, crusty exterior and a perfectly tender center. Any dinner with this show-stopping standing rib roast as the main course is sure to be a meal people will remember!
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9. Instant Pot Leg of Lamb
Let your Instant Pot do all the work this Easter with this extremely flavorful leg of lamb recipe! The meat is buttery and tender, with almost little to no prep time.
This standing rib roast is an elegant holiday beef roast that is perfect for any special occasion, gathering, or holiday! It is a succulent cut of bone-in prime rib that is roasted low and slow until it has a delicious, crusty exterior and a perfectly tender center. Any dinner with this show-stopping standing rib roast as the main course is sure to be a meal people will remember!
Try it with some brown lamb gravy and you’ll be in heaven.
Instant Pot Leg of Lamb
This Instant Pot leg of lamb is a delicious and tender main course that takes practically no effort to prepare! The meat is juicy, flavorful, and so tasty that it is a completely holiday-worthy dinner! Not to mention, making it in the pressure cooker is a real time-saver and it won’t take up valuable oven space!
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10. Round Roast Pot Roast
Juicy and flavorful pot roast with tender potatoes, carrots, and onions. It’s homemade comfort food at its finest!
This Instant Pot leg of lamb is a delicious and tender main course that takes practically no effort to prepare! The meat is juicy, flavorful, and so tasty that it is a completely holiday-worthy dinner! Not to mention, making it in the pressure cooker is a real time-saver and it won’t take up valuable oven space!
A side of rich and savory pot roast gravy is a must.
Round Roast Pot Roast
This round roast pot roast recipe is an easy way to get a hearty roast dinner on the table any day of the week! With lots of tender potatoes, carrots, and onions, this one-pot meal is always a family favorite. Best of all, there are only 10 minutes of prep time and the oven does the rest of the work!
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11. Pan Seared Lamb Chops
With this recipe it is so easy to make restaurant-quality lamb chops at home! The secret is my delicious and deceptively simple lamb rub.
This round roast pot roast recipe is an easy way to get a hearty roast dinner on the table any day of the week! With lots of tender potatoes, carrots, and onions, this one-pot meal is always a family favorite. Best of all, there are only 10 minutes of prep time and the oven does the rest of the work!
Pan Seared Lamb Chops
Nothing says gourmet like some juicy, perfectly pan seared lamb chops, and now you can have restaurant-quality lamb chops at home! With minimal ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll be amazed at how delicious homemade lamb chops can be!
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12. Salmon with Dill Sauce
Salmon is a quick and easy protein option that is still formal enough for a special occasion. The creamy lemon dill sauce complements the light flavor of the fish perfectly!
Nothing says gourmet like some juicy, perfectly pan seared lamb chops, and now you can have restaurant-quality lamb chops at home! With minimal ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll be amazed at how delicious homemade lamb chops can be!
Salmon with Dill Sauce
My crispy, easy to make pan-seared salmon with dill sauce is so delicious, it’s a dinner worth making tonight! My salmon is pan-seared until the skin is amazingly crispy and beautifully golden-brown, then I top it with a creamy, fresh dill and lemon sauce that makes it over-the-top delicious!
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🥐 Easter Side Dishes
13. Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Bacon makes everything better and asparagus is no exception! Even the kids will want to eat their vegetables when there’s a crispy strip of bacon wrapped around them.
My crispy, easy to make pan-seared salmon with dill sauce is so delicious, it’s a dinner worth making tonight! My salmon is pan-seared until the skin is amazingly crispy and beautifully golden-brown, then I top it with a creamy, fresh dill and lemon sauce that makes it over-the-top delicious!
Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Everything tastes better with crispy, salty bacon, and this baked bacon-wrapped asparagus recipe proves it! These bacon-wrapped spears of asparagus make a wonderful gourmet appetizer or side dish with very little fuss!
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14. Honey Glazed Carrots
Tender carrots coated in a sticky glaze made with honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs. They can be on the table in less than 30 minutes and are incredibly easy to prepare!
Everything tastes better with crispy, salty bacon, and this baked bacon-wrapped asparagus recipe proves it! These bacon-wrapped spears of asparagus make a wonderful gourmet appetizer or side dish with very little fuss!
Honey Glazed Carrots
These oven roasted honey glazed carrots are the perfect easy vegetable side dish for any time of the year! They are sweet and fragrant and pair wonderfully with ham or turkey around the holidays. The winning combination of honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs is what takes these tender honey glazed roasted carrots over the top!
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15. Baked Cabbage Steaks
Not only are baked cabbage steaks an easy vegetable side dish, but they also make a great vegetarian main course!
These oven roasted honey glazed carrots are the perfect easy vegetable side dish for any time of the year! They are sweet and fragrant and pair wonderfully with ham or turkey around the holidays. The winning combination of honey, brown sugar, and fresh herbs is what takes these tender honey glazed roasted carrots over the top!
Baked Cabbage Steaks
Baked cabbage steaks are a simple, tasty vegetable side dish with minimal prep needed and just 4 ingredients! Slice your heads of cabbage into 1-inch steaks then brush each with olive oil, season them with salt and pepper, then bake until fork-tender. If you don’t think you are a fan of cabbage, this recipe is bound to change your mind!
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16. Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
Mandarin orange Jello salad always comes highly recommended by the kids in my family. All you need is some canned mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, Cool Whip, orange Jello, and mini marshmallows!
Baked cabbage steaks are a simple, tasty vegetable side dish with minimal prep needed and just 4 ingredients! Slice your heads of cabbage into 1-inch steaks then brush each with olive oil, season them with salt and pepper, then bake until fork-tender. If you don’t think you are a fan of cabbage, this recipe is bound to change your mind!
Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
Mandarin orange Jello salad is a sweet treat made with mandarin oranges, pineapple, Jello gelatin, Cool Whip, and plenty of mini marshmallows! It has a creamy, mousse-like consistency and a flavor that is reminiscent of an orange Dreamsicle. If you’re looking for an easy after-dinner dessert, this chilled mandarin orange Jello salad is just what you need!
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17. Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes
Tender chunks of potato all wrapped up in a combination of sour cream, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch dressing mix! This potato side dish is always a hit with kids and adults alike.
Mandarin orange Jello salad is a sweet treat made with mandarin oranges, pineapple, Jello gelatin, Cool Whip, and plenty of mini marshmallows! It has a creamy, mousse-like consistency and a flavor that is reminiscent of an orange Dreamsicle. If you’re looking for an easy after-dinner dessert, this chilled mandarin orange Jello salad is just what you need!
Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes
My cheesy bacon ranch potatoes are one of my favorite easy potato side dishes, and once you try them you’ll realize what you’ve been missing! Chunks of potato are baked until fork-tender then mixed with an irresistible combination of sour cream, cheese, and crispy bacon- it’s as delicious as it sounds!
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18. Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
Brussel sprouts add a pop of color to any plate and this version with maple syrup and bacon is the best! The edges of the sprouts will start to caramelize while they roast which adds a great pop of flavor.
My cheesy bacon ranch potatoes are one of my favorite easy potato side dishes, and once you try them you’ll realize what you’ve been missing! Chunks of potato are baked until fork-tender then mixed with an irresistible combination of sour cream, cheese, and crispy bacon- it’s as delicious as it sounds!
Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Toasted Walnuts
These easy to make Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Toasted Walnuts are a wonderful addition to your holiday meals! Not only does the roasting bring out the sweetness of the brussel sprouts, but it also adds some crispy caramelized edges that are a true treat!
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19. Dauphinoise Potatoes
This upscale potato side dish is creamy and indulgent, yet surprisingly easy to make. They are loaded with cream, butter, and rich Gruyere cheese to make a satisfying side that is perfect for any holiday.
These easy to make Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Toasted Walnuts are a wonderful addition to your holiday meals! Not only does the roasting bring out the sweetness of the brussel sprouts, but it also adds some crispy caramelized edges that are a true treat!
Dauphinoise Potatoes (Cheesy Potatoes Gratin Dauphinoise)
Dauphinoise potatoes are simple and cheesy thin-sliced potatoes layered with cream, butter, and cheese for an incredible side dish! This easy potato dish is so elegant and beautiful, it almost looks too good to eat! The flavor is so mouthwateringly delicious, you’ll never want to make potatoes another way!
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20. Fruit Cocktail Salad
A sweet and refreshing fruit cocktail salad always makes a great addition to any Easter spread. The pineapple and vanilla pudding sauce is hard to resist!
Dauphinoise potatoes are simple and cheesy thin-sliced potatoes layered with cream, butter, and cheese for an incredible side dish! This easy potato dish is so elegant and beautiful, it almost looks too good to eat! The flavor is so mouthwateringly delicious, you’ll never want to make potatoes another way!
Fruit Cocktail Salad
My easy fruit cocktail salad features a rainbow of different fruit and a sauce made with pineapple and vanilla pudding that is incredible! This is a fabulous summer side dish or dessert that can be made using fresh or canned fruit, it’s delicious either way! Try a refreshing fruit cocktail salad at your next get-together!
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21. Velveeta Mac and Cheese
Everyone enjoys a big pot of creamy mac and cheese! This family favorite recipe uses Velveeta for the most smooth and cheesy results.
My easy fruit cocktail salad features a rainbow of different fruit and a sauce made with pineapple and vanilla pudding that is incredible! This is a fabulous summer side dish or dessert that can be made using fresh or canned fruit, it’s delicious either way! Try a refreshing fruit cocktail salad at your next get-together!
Velveeta Mac and Cheese
Velveeta mac and cheese is rich, creamy, and so incredibly cheesy that your whole family will love it every time it’s served with dinner! It is a one-pot side dish that takes practically no effort to make! Plus, it is ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes!
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22. Green Beans Almondine
Tender-crisp green beans with a simple blend of seasonings and thinly slivered almonds. It’s an extremely simple recipe that always yields tasty results!
Velveeta mac and cheese is rich, creamy, and so incredibly cheesy that your whole family will love it every time it’s served with dinner! It is a one-pot side dish that takes practically no effort to make! Plus, it is ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes!
Green Beans Almondine
Green beans almondine is a refreshing and tasty vegetable side dish that pairs well with any of your family’s favorite main dishes! This simple French-inspired recipe features green beans tossed with toasted almond slivers, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper! In just 20 minutes you can whip up a healthy green bean dish perfect for any weeknight or holiday dinner!
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23. German Potato Salad
Chunks of potato in a perfectly seasoned vinegar dressing with pearl onions and bacon. It’s different than traditional potato salad, but just as flavorful (maybe even more so)!
Green beans almondine is a refreshing and tasty vegetable side dish that pairs well with any of your family’s favorite main dishes! This simple French-inspired recipe features green beans tossed with toasted almond slivers, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper! In just 20 minutes you can whip up a healthy green bean dish perfect for any weeknight or holiday dinner!
German Potato Salad
German potato salad is an amazingly delicious side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, barbecues, or banquets! It is loaded with potatoes, onion, bacon, and a combination of vinegar and spices for a unique and authentic flavor. Whenever you serve this to your friends and family, everyone will be begging to know what the recipe is!
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24. Buttered Peas & Carrots
There’s nothing wrong with keeping it simple! Buttered peas and carrots are an easy side dish to whip up at the last minute.
German potato salad is an amazingly delicious side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, barbecues, or banquets! It is loaded with potatoes, onion, bacon, and a combination of vinegar and spices for a unique and authentic flavor. Whenever you serve this to your friends and family, everyone will be begging to know what the recipe is!
Buttered Peas & Carrots
Tasty buttered peas & carrots are a classic vegetable side dish that can easily be made either on the stove or in the microwave! Sometimes the most simple recipes are the best, and this delicious combination of tender carrots and buttery sweet peas is one of those times!
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25. Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Sweet and savory mashed sweet potatoes will complement any protein perfectly! They are rich, creamy, and come together in about 30 minutes.
Tasty buttered peas & carrots are a classic vegetable side dish that can easily be made either on the stove or in the microwave! Sometimes the most simple recipes are the best, and this delicious combination of tender carrots and buttery sweet peas is one of those times!
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
These mashed sweet potatoes are the perfect sweet side dish to accompany all of your favorite holiday meals! They are creamy, rich, and have just the right amount of added sweetness to make them completely irresistible! This is going to become your new favorite sweet potato side dish!
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🥧 Easter Desserts
26. Easter Basket Cupcakes
It doesn’t get more festive than than these adorably Easter baket cupcakes! The milk chocolate mini eggs on top are almost too cute to eat.
These mashed sweet potatoes are the perfect sweet side dish to accompany all of your favorite holiday meals! They are creamy, rich, and have just the right amount of added sweetness to make them completely irresistible! This is going to become your new favorite sweet potato side dish!
Easter Basket Cupcakes
These Easter basket cupcakes are a fun, cute, and incredibly easy dessert to make this Spring for all of your Easter festivities! It’s a great Easter dessert to make with your kids because they can decorate their own cupcakes! They’re perfect as an after-dinner dessert for your Easter meal, or for enjoying throughout the week!
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27. Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake
This pineapple upside down bundt cake decorates itself, all you have to do is flip it over! It’s an ultra-moist pineapple cake with bites of Maraschino cherries, pineapple slices, and brown sugar on top.
These Easter basket cupcakes are a fun, cute, and incredibly easy dessert to make this Spring for all of your Easter festivities! It’s a great Easter dessert to make with your kids because they can decorate their own cupcakes! They’re perfect as an after-dinner dessert for your Easter meal, or for enjoying throughout the week!
The sugar melts into an incredible glaze, so you don’t even need frosting!
Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake
This tasty pineapple upside down bundt cake is a beautiful presentation of a well-loved and popular dessert that’s quick and easy to make! This easy cake mix recipe makes it even faster to get this impressive dessert ready for all to enjoy!
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28. Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding
What’s better than bread pudding? Bread pudding made with cinnamon rolls! You can use baked cinnamon rolls or cinnamon roll dough, whatever you have on hand.
This tasty pineapple upside down bundt cake is a beautiful presentation of a well-loved and popular dessert that’s quick and easy to make! This easy cake mix recipe makes it even faster to get this impressive dessert ready for all to enjoy!
Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding
My Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding is a holiday favorite for treating the family to an amazing breakfast or dessert!
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29. Blackberry Tart
Tart and sweet, this blackberry pie is the dessert recipe you didn’t know you needed. A shortcrust pie shell is filled to the brim with fresh or frozen blackberries and baked until golden brown. The whole family will be excited when this tart hits the table.
My Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding is a holiday favorite for treating the family to an amazing breakfast or dessert!
Blackberry Tart
This blackberry tart is easy-to-make. Loaded with fresh blackberries in a shortcrust tart shell and topped with toasted coconut & lime zest! The flavors come together to really highlight how delicious the fresh, plump blackberries are! This is one of those desserts that you wait all year for the perfect berries to be in season.
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30. Buttermilk Pie
This Southern classic recipe is everything you love about dessert. It’s so sweet and creamy, you can’t just have one slice.
This blackberry tart is easy-to-make. Loaded with fresh blackberries in a shortcrust tart shell and topped with toasted coconut & lime zest! The flavors come together to really highlight how delicious the fresh, plump blackberries are! This is one of those desserts that you wait all year for the perfect berries to be in season.
Buttermilk Pie
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Easter Dinner Ideas: Standing Rib Roast (+ More Incredible Recipes To Make This Year!)
These Easter dinner ideas include all the recipes you need to create the best Easter menu from appetizers to desserts! There are plenty of delicious main courses to choose from like prime rib, lamb, honey-glazed ham, & more! Here you’ll find everything you need to make this Easter Sunday the best one yet!
Author | Angela
Servings: 10 servings Calories: 681kcal Prep 15 minutes Cooking 3 hours 45 minutes Resting Time 30 minutes Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Pin Recipe Share on Facebook Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3xStanding Prime Rib Roast▢ 5 lb prime rib (bone-in prime rib)Prime Rib Rub▢ 1 ½ tablespoon Kosher salt▢ 1 tablespoon coarse ground pepper (freshly ground is best)▢ ½ tablespoon garlic powder▢ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)▢ 1 teaspoon dried rosemary▢ 1 teaspoon ground sage▢ 1 teaspoon dried thyme▢ ½ teaspoon dried oregano▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder
InstructionsPreparationPlace your bone-in prime rib roast under cool running water and use paper towels to pat it dry. If desired, use a sharp knife to remove any excess silver skin or fat.5 lb prime ribPrime Rib RubIn a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground sage, dried rosemary, and dried thyme until everything is evenly distributed and set it to the side.1 ½ tablespoon Kosher salt, 1 tablespoon coarse ground pepper, ½ tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon ground sage, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried thymePlace your standing rib roast in a baking dish or on a baking pan and sprinkle the dry rub over it, using half of the seasoning on each side. Massage the dry rub into the meat, rolling the edges of your roast in any excess dry rub that falls off. Coat the entire surface of the roast with the dry rub, don’t be shy with the seasoning! Once your roast is seasoned, place it uncovered in the refrigerator to dry brine overnight (or at least 8 hours, but up to 2 days at the most). *For the best results, remove your roast from the fridge at least 1 hour, but preferably 2, hours before cooking so it can come to room temperature. Roasting The Prime RibPreheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).Place your dry brined roast into a roasting pan and put it in the oven bone-side-down. Roast for approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes (roughly 45 minutes per pounds for a 5-pound prime rib), or until it reaches your desired level of doneness as listed in the next step. When your standing rib roast reaches an internal temperature of 120-125°F (49-52°C) for RARE, 125-129°F (52-54°C) for MEDIUM-RARE, 130-139°F (54-59°C) for MEDIUM, or 140-145°F (60-63°C) for MEDIUM-WELL, remove it from the oven. Loosely tent a piece of foil over the top and allow it to rest for 20-30 minutes before slicing.(Optional) Reverse SearTo reverse sear your roast before serving, remove it from the oven 10°F (5.5°C) shy of your ideal temperature. Transfer the roast to a cutting board and loosely cover it with foil while you increase the oven temperature to 500°F (260°C).Once the oven has preheated, return the roast to the oven and let it sear until it reaches your desired internal temperature as listed above. *Watch your roast closely because the searing step will go quickly.Remove your standing rib roast from the oven and loosely tent foil over the top. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Equipment You May NeedMixing Bowlbaking dishroasting pan Notes If you prefer, you may wrap the seasoned standing rib roast in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge to ‘cure’ for 4 hours or up to overnight. Otherwise, I recommend dry brining the roast overnight uncovered. Check the internal temperature of your roast at the thickest portion of the roast, as well as a few other areas toward the center of your roast to determine doneness. The internal temperatures listed above are not the final temperature your roast will be after removing it from the oven. While resting, ‘carryover cooking’ occurs which will increase the internal temperature 5-7°F (3-4°C) before serving. Try to pull your roast out just shy of your desired temperature. To store: Wrap leftover roast tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or wrap it in foil and freeze for up to 6 months. To reheat: Thaw frozen roast in the fridge overnight before reheating. Slices may be steamed or reheated in a skillet over medium heat. An intact roast can be wrapped in foil with a splash of beef broth and placed in a baking dish. Put it in the oven at 300°F (150°C) until it reaches your desired internal temperature. Times may vary depending on the size of your leftover roast, but it is a good idea to check the temperature every 10 minutes.
NutritionCalories: 681kcal (34%) | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 31g (62%) | Fat: 60g (92%) | Saturated Fat: 25g (156%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 137mg (46%) | Sodium: 1148mg (50%) | Potassium: 522mg (15%) | Fiber: 0.4g (2%) | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 108IU (2%) | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 25mg (3%) | Iron: 4mg (22%) Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love! best dishes to serve for an Easter dinner, bread to make for Easter, Easter dinner ideas, Easter dinner ideas to make, main dishes for Easter dinner, prime rib, side dishes for Easter dinner, standing rib roast, what to make for Easter Course Beef Dishes, Main Course, Prime RibCuisine American
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Easter Dinner Ideas: Standing Rib Roast (+ More Incredible Recipes To Make This Year!)
Author | Angela
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 681kcal
Prep 15 minutes
Cooking 3 hours 45 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3xStanding Prime Rib Roast▢ 5 lb prime rib (bone-in prime rib)Prime Rib Rub▢ 1 ½ tablespoon Kosher salt▢ 1 tablespoon coarse ground pepper (freshly ground is best)▢ ½ tablespoon garlic powder▢ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)▢ 1 teaspoon dried rosemary▢ 1 teaspoon ground sage▢ 1 teaspoon dried thyme▢ ½ teaspoon dried oregano▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder
InstructionsPreparationPlace your bone-in prime rib roast under cool running water and use paper towels to pat it dry. If desired, use a sharp knife to remove any excess silver skin or fat.5 lb prime ribPrime Rib RubIn a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground sage, dried rosemary, and dried thyme until everything is evenly distributed and set it to the side.1 ½ tablespoon Kosher salt, 1 tablespoon coarse ground pepper, ½ tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon ground sage, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried thymePlace your standing rib roast in a baking dish or on a baking pan and sprinkle the dry rub over it, using half of the seasoning on each side. Massage the dry rub into the meat, rolling the edges of your roast in any excess dry rub that falls off. Coat the entire surface of the roast with the dry rub, don’t be shy with the seasoning! Once your roast is seasoned, place it uncovered in the refrigerator to dry brine overnight (or at least 8 hours, but up to 2 days at the most). *For the best results, remove your roast from the fridge at least 1 hour, but preferably 2, hours before cooking so it can come to room temperature. Roasting The Prime RibPreheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).Place your dry brined roast into a roasting pan and put it in the oven bone-side-down. Roast for approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes (roughly 45 minutes per pounds for a 5-pound prime rib), or until it reaches your desired level of doneness as listed in the next step. When your standing rib roast reaches an internal temperature of 120-125°F (49-52°C) for RARE, 125-129°F (52-54°C) for MEDIUM-RARE, 130-139°F (54-59°C) for MEDIUM, or 140-145°F (60-63°C) for MEDIUM-WELL, remove it from the oven. Loosely tent a piece of foil over the top and allow it to rest for 20-30 minutes before slicing.(Optional) Reverse SearTo reverse sear your roast before serving, remove it from the oven 10°F (5.5°C) shy of your ideal temperature. Transfer the roast to a cutting board and loosely cover it with foil while you increase the oven temperature to 500°F (260°C).Once the oven has preheated, return the roast to the oven and let it sear until it reaches your desired internal temperature as listed above. *Watch your roast closely because the searing step will go quickly.Remove your standing rib roast from the oven and loosely tent foil over the top. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Equipment You May NeedMixing Bowlbaking dishroasting pan
Notes If you prefer, you may wrap the seasoned standing rib roast in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge to ‘cure’ for 4 hours or up to overnight. Otherwise, I recommend dry brining the roast overnight uncovered. Check the internal temperature of your roast at the thickest portion of the roast, as well as a few other areas toward the center of your roast to determine doneness. The internal temperatures listed above are not the final temperature your roast will be after removing it from the oven. While resting, ‘carryover cooking’ occurs which will increase the internal temperature 5-7°F (3-4°C) before serving. Try to pull your roast out just shy of your desired temperature. To store: Wrap leftover roast tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or wrap it in foil and freeze for up to 6 months. To reheat: Thaw frozen roast in the fridge overnight before reheating. Slices may be steamed or reheated in a skillet over medium heat. An intact roast can be wrapped in foil with a splash of beef broth and placed in a baking dish. Put it in the oven at 300°F (150°C) until it reaches your desired internal temperature. Times may vary depending on the size of your leftover roast, but it is a good idea to check the temperature every 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 681kcal (34%) | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 31g (62%) | Fat: 60g (92%) | Saturated Fat: 25g (156%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 137mg (46%) | Sodium: 1148mg (50%) | Potassium: 522mg (15%) | Fiber: 0.4g (2%) | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 108IU (2%) | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 25mg (3%) | Iron: 4mg (22%)
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Course Beef Dishes, Main Course, Prime RibCuisine American
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