Easter is around the corner, so we rounded up some recipes to add some fun + deliciousness to your holiday festivities. 

To-Dye-For Boiled Eggs

Prepping eggs for your kids to dye is almost as easy as boiling water, but we thought we’d round up a few tips just in case the perfectly cooked, easy-to-peel boiled eggs have eluded you in the past. 

Perfect Boiled Eggs Tips: 

  • Buy your eggs 1-2 weeks in advance, older eggs peel more easily.

  • Add a ½ teaspoon of salt or a teaspoon of vinegar to the water to help make your eggs easier to peel.  

  • Make sure to not layer your eggs in your pan — this will help avoid unnecessary jostling and possible cracking. 

  • Use cold water to start the process. 

  • Set your eggs out for 20 minutes before you start your boil. 

We love this collection of tips and tricks from Simply Recipes here. If you’re an Instant Pot lover, you can try to make eggs in your favorite kitchen gadget using these tips. 

Hot Cross Buns

Make a meaningful treat with this delicious traditional Good Friday recipe. 

Via thepioneerwoman.com

Ingredients: 

Buns: 

  • 2 cups whole milk

  • 1/2 cup canola oil

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup (additional) flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon (heaping) baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon (scant) baking soda

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • Spices: cardamom, nutmeg, allspice (optional)

  • 1/2 cup raisins

Glaze:

  • 1 whole egg white

  • Splash of milk

Icing:

  • 1 whole egg white

  • Powdered sugar

  • Splash of milk

For the full recipe, click here. 

Resurrection Rolls

Here’s another meaningful snack that’s also delicious — a great addition to Easter breakfast. 

Via southernliving.com

Ingredients: 

  • 16 large marshmallows

  • 1/2 cup butter, melted

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon

  • 2 8-ounce cans crescent roll dough

For the full recipe, click here. 

Carrot Cake

An outstanding blend of spices topped with decadent cream cheese frosting is definitely celebration-worthy. 

Via sallysbakingaddiction.com

Ingredients: 

  • 2 cups chopped pecans (1 cup for cake, 1 cup for garnish. Nuts are optional.)

  • 1 and 1/2 cups packed light or dark brown sugar

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 cup vegetable oil or canola oil (or melted coconut oil)

  • 4 large eggs

  • 3/4 cup smooth unsweetened applesauce

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

  • 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

  • 2 cups grated carrots (about 4 large)

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 16 ounces full-fat block cream cheese, softened to room temperature

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

  • 4 and 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar

  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream or milk

  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

  • pinch of salt, to taste

For the full recipe, click here. 

Air Fryer Brown Sugar Glazed Ham

If your family traditionally serves ham for Easter lunch, shake things up with this air fryer version of a classic. 

Via bestrecipebox.com

Ingredients: 

  • 4 pound boneless, fully cooked ham

Brown Sugar Glaze: 

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 1/4 cup orange juice (or 1 orange juiced)

  • 2 tablespoons mustard (optional) or apple cider vinegar

  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon (clove

  • black pepper, to taste

For the full recipe, click here.