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26 scrumptious Easter desserts that aren’t just hot cross buns

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Easter brings with it a sense of joy, hope, and togetherness. It’s a time for cherished traditions, family gatherings, and of course, indulging in delightful desserts that symbolise the sweetness of the occasion.

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In this collection, we invite you on a delicious journey filled with sweet delights inspired by the vibrant colours, flavours, and traditions of Easter. From classic treats that evoke cherished memories to innovative creations that push the boundaries of taste, each recipe is crafted to take your Easter celebration to the next level.

Whether you’re craving a new twist on hot cross buns, the whimsical charm of chicks and bunnies, or the luxurious decadence of chocolate cake, this Easter desserts collection is feast for the senses that will delight both young and old alike.

Easter egg chocolate slice
(Credits: Benito Martin)

If you’re looking for something a little different this Easter, this choc-nut treat fits the bill beautifully. It’s easy to make and decadent to the last bite. Click here for the recipe.

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Easter baked cheesecake with choc-caramel sauce

Cupcakes are always a crowd-pleaser, but don’t bake your own – buy a batch and decorate! Make icing that won’t melt and holds its shape (you use Copha and margarine instead of butter), then create a cracked egg on top with white choc shards and tinted condensed milk.

Easter baked cheesecake with choc-caramel sauce

Looking for the perfect show-stopping dessert for Easter lunch or dinner? This baked vanilla cheesecake, topped with a chocolate bunny and Easter eggs, will be a crowd-pleaser for kids and adults.

hot cross bun pudding
(Credits: Alan Jensen)

Easter is a time for indulgence, so if, like most people, you’ve broken your New Year’s resolution to get healthy, this recipe will satisfy those cravings well. Colin’s taking an ordinary hot cross bun and elevating it to the pudding level! He also has a great tip to help you avoid wasting some ingredients.

Your favourite Easter buns are a delicious way to reimagine this no-cook Italian dessert for easy entertaining.

Your favourite Easter buns are a delicious way to reimagine this no-cook Italian dessert for easy entertaining. 

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(Photography: Tim Roberts, styling: Michele Cranston, recipe: Steph de Sousa)

Use up leftover Easter eggs and make this deliciously festive hot chocolate created by Steph de Sousa! This Easter hot chocolate is next-level indulgence! We’re talking rich, velvety hot choccie made with real chocolate eggs, topped with clouds of marshmallow, a swirl of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of crushed mini eggs.

chocolate basque cheesecake with easter eggs
(Photography: Tim Roberts, styling: Michele Cranston, recipe: Steph de Sousa)

If you love a rich, creamy cheesecake with deep chocolate flavour, this one’s for you! Introducing the one and only chocolate Basque cheesecake created by social media queen, Steph de Sousa! It has a hint of coffee to make the chocolate shine, a super smooth texture, and that signature dark top that makes Basque cheesecakes so irresistible. 

chocolate nests
(Photography: Tim Roberts, styling: Michele Cranston, recipe: Steph de Sousa)

These little chocolate nests are almost too cute to eat… almost! 

Steph de Sousa’s delicious chocolate nests are a quick and easy treat to create with the kids just in time for Easter! Crunchy, chocolatey, and made with just a few simple ingredients, they’re the perfect Easter treat for kids and grown-ups alike.

(Photography: Tim Roberts, Styling: Michele Cranston, Recipes: Steph de Sousa)

This classic chocolate self-saucing pudding is the ultimate cosy dessert! Soft, fluffy cake on top with a rich, gooey chocolate sauce underneath – it’s pure magic! And the best part? It’s super easy to make. Just mix, bake, and scoop up all that chocolatey goodness.

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Easter Celebration Chocolate Tart

This chocolate tart is the perfect treat for those with a sweet tooth, especially those who love smooth, rich chocolate. 

Caramelised hot cross bun bread pudding

OK Easter fans, let’s take things to the next level! Choose high-quality buns for the best bread and butter pudding you’ve ever eaten. 

carrot-cake

Elevate this classic carrote cake recipe for Easter by piping some carrots on the top using a small sandwich bag with the corner snipped off or buy store-bought carrot icing decorations.

Click here for the recipe.

Bring plain choccie eggs to life with a few easy decorations. The kids will be egg-static about making their Easter bunny!

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Hot cross bun bombe Alaska recipe

Combining layers of hot cross buns and ice cream, this unique dessert is an indulgent recipe for the whole family to enjoy, and you can pick up all the ingredients from your supermarket.

easter egg slice

Wrap it up as an Easter gift for someone special, or serve it up as a sweet treat after Easter lunch.

Easter pinata smash cake
(Credits: Instagram / @sydneysmashcakes)

These smash cakes have taken over the cake world by storm and they make perfect gifts for everybody! It’s basically a pinata in cake form and is a winner for Easter.

Hot cross bun panna cotta with Easter egg salsa

Hot cross buns are the mainstay of a great Easter and this elegant and tasty dessert is a great way to enjoy them.

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Chocolate mayonnaise cake

This bake’s not-so-secret ingredient makes it beautifully rich and balanced…promise!

mocha cake

The chocolate and coffee explosion has a to-die-for caramelised finish. Serve with topping still melting. 

Chocolate buttercream cake

Soft swirls of chocolate buttercream are the crowning glory of this impressive double-layered delight.

chocolate-cheesecake

Yes, dreams can come true! Sit down and savour this chocolate-coated silky-smooth cheesecake. It’s a little (or maybe a big) slice of heaven on a plate.

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easy-chocolate-cake

If you’re looking for simple and sophisticated, then this easy chocolate cake is the way to go! Serve it and watch everyone gobble it up.

chocolate-pavlova

The addition of cocoa makes the only departure from the traditional pavlova recipe. The winning combo of crunch and creamy filling remains, but with a luscious choccy makeover. 

Chocolate chip hot cross buns

Glistening with a magic maple syrup glaze, you’ll have to hide these from the Easter bunny!

Hot cross buns

Warm from the oven, wonderfully sticky and fruity with a hint of spice – you’ll find it hard to resist one of these buns.

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Marbled Easter eggs

Finish your Easter feast with a showstopper nest of homemade Easter eggs. These double-choc marbled eggs have a delish filling – eggsellent!

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