18 Easter recipes that'll make hosting a breeze
Looking for the best Easter recipes to make the long weekend feel special? Whether you're spending the holiday hunkering down in the kitchen to create a traditional lamb lunch, or you're in need of some inspiration for easy Easter desserts or an inventive side dish for a dinner party, you've come to the right place.
Our round-up of the best Easter recipes is filled with delicious ideas for long lazy lunches, baking, and afternoon tea. From alternative lamb mains to simnel blondies and rhubarb and custard tart, read on for our favourite Easter recipes to make hosting friends and family a breeze.
The best Easter recipes
Lamb chops
If you're cooking for two and don't fancy spending ages slow-roasting a joint of lamb, lamb chops are the perfect main dish for your bijou Easter spread.
Parmesan roast potatoes
If you were wondering how roast potatoes could possibly be made any better, the answer is crispy parmesan and fresh herbs.
Simnel cupcakes
Our simnel cupcakes are just the thing to bake to accompany a cup of perfectly brewed tea in your favourite mug.
One-pot whole roast chicken risotto
While lamb is the typical choice for an Easter Sunday lunch, this one-pot whole roast chicken risotto would make a brilliant choice if you're strapped for time (or pans...).
Salt and vinegar roast potatoes
Inspired by Nigella Lawson's famous salt and vinegar roasties, our version uses balsamic vinegar for a sweet and sticky finish that's lovely with deeply savoury lamb.
Creme egg cheesecake
This easy Easter bake is ready in no time, and is a great way to use up any leftover creme eggs from an Easter egg hunt.
Porchetta with salsa verde
If crackling is your favourite part of a pork roast, you've got to give this juicy porchetta with salsa verde a try for your Easter lunch this year.
Spring onion soup
This bright, fresh spring onion soup would make a deliciously light starter for an Easter Sunday lunch or Good Friday supper.
Easter blondies
Transform classic simnel cake into blondie form with this easy recipe.
Moroccan lamb chops
If you're in need of alternative Easter lamb inspiration, you'll love these spice-laden Moroccan lamb chops with speedy pickled tomatoes and plenty of lemon.
Nut roast galette
Catering for vegetarians or vegans at Easter this year? Our nut roast galette looks far more elegant on the table than a classic nut roast and comes with a deliciously crispy topping.
Mackerel pate
You can't go wrong with a pot of mackerel pate and crispy sourdough toasts for a classic lunchtime starter or pre-dinner nibble.
Rhubarb and custard tart
Inspired by a childhood classic sweet, this tart makes the most of in-season springtime rhubarb.
Fennel dauphinoise potatoes
Give this classic French potato dish a lighter spin with fragrant fennel and lemon juice.
Lamb kleftiko
Go Greek this Easter with a lamb kleftiko in place of a slow-roasted leg. Serve with flatbreads and yoghurt in the early spring sunshine.
Purple sprouting broccoli with chilli, garlic and lemon
Best in early spring, purple sprouting broccoli with a chilli kick is the fresh green side your Easter lunch spread needs.
Roast pork belly
Roast pork belly is the most impressive Easter main, served with greens and creative roasties for a delicious weekend meal.
Creme egg brownies
Brownies are a fail-safe crowdpleaser, and our creme egg-topped take is sure to put a smile on anyone's face this Easter.
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