Easter is almost here, so make sure you've shopped and planned for the big event. No, not the egg hunt — we're talking about the unveiling of all the delicious Easter desserts that are going to make all of your guests ooh and ahh. And in case you were wondering, dessert is definitely part of a legit Easter celebration.
"I shamelessly use holidays as a kick in the pants to practice a skill tied to my family's legacy — and yes, this involves baked goods," Jill Simonian wrote for Mom.com. "…I honestly do not enjoy baking with children (too messy), but I make exceptions on Christmas and Easter because these are seasons for family — for learning, bonding, and sharing memories of our own youth with our kids in a way that only Grandma's recipe for peach cobbler can inspire."
So, even though the egg hunt is still happening, the fun doesn't end there. We've got 20 Easter dessert ideas for you to make to top off your family's Easter celebration.
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Bunny Cream Puffs
Chick Cookies
Lemon cake mix is the trick for these adorable chick cookies. Then use mini chocolate chips and frosting to decorate the chick's face.
Recipe via Hoosier Homemade
Peanut Butter Egg
Who doesn't love peanut butter and chocolate together? These peanut butter Easter eggs are dipped in chocolate and topped with sprinkles.
Recipe via Lauren's Latest
Cake Pops
It's not an Easter party without cake pops! Mold your cake mix into an egg shape before dipping into melted candy wafers. Pipe various colors of melted candy wafers onto the eggs and add lots of Easter color sprinkles. Stand them up in an Easter basket for a great centerpiece!
Recipe via Taste of Home
Salted Caramel Popcorn
Everyone loves a little sweet and salty mix. This salted caramel popcorn recipe is made with peanut M&M's, salted pretzels, and any other Easter candy favorites. Drizzle with a marshmallow caramel mixture, and let cool before serving.
Recipe via Wishes and Dishes
Cadbury Egg Chocolate Cookies
These homemade chocolate cookies will melt in your mouth. The secret ingredient? Real Life Dinner suggests the use of coconut oil in the cookie dough. Then add an Easter favorite, Cadbury eggs, for an extra crunch and deliciousness.
Recipe via Real Life Dinner
Cheesecake Eggs
No, this is not a hard-boiled egg. It's cheesecake inside a chocolate egg. For all you busy moms, you can buy hollow chocolate eggs to make this recipe easier. As for the "yolk," it's a special passionfruit sauce recipe, that adds a sweet fruity taste.
Recipe via Raspberri Cupcakes
