Spring flowers, bunny motifs, the season’s first berries—Easter gives us the perfect excuse to feast. Whether your table gathers for an unhurried brunch or a formal dinner, Easter desserts are the crown jewel of the holiday meal. And no, we’re not talking about chocolate bunnies, Peeps, or mini eggs from a kid’s basket—though those are welcome too. We mean shortcakes gilded with cream and fresh berries, tart lemon meringue pie, a tower of chocolate and praline, and stunning layer cakes fit for a celebration.
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We’ve gathered 31 of our favorite Easter dessert recipes, including true project bakes like a marzipan-cloaked Princess cake and more laid-back options like hot cross muffins and coconut macaroons. Not every dessert needs to wait until after the big meal: Ease into the day with fresh-baked honey buns or rhubarb crisp (a dollop of yogurt makes it breakfast). However you celebrate, these Easter desserts are the sweetest way to end your holiday meal.
