Whisk Up Some Easter Magic with These Sweet Treats

Jenny deRemer

Mar 17, 2025

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Pastel-colored eggs are cute, but let’s be real—Easter is all about the desserts. From Strawberry Filled Cupcakes bursting with fruity goodness to Mini Egg Cheesecake Cookie Bars that put those chocolate eggs to work, there’s no shortage of sweet magic here. For the citrus lovers, Lemon Lavender Cupcakes and Lemon Bars bring the sunshine, while the rich, pillowy Chocolate Paska Bread and silky Chocolate Mousse Filled Easter Eggs are chocolate heaven. And of course, Easter wouldn’t be complete without a little carrot action—Carrot Sheet Cake and Carrot Cake Loaf, we’re looking at you. Grab a fork, things are about to get delicious!

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Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

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A close-up of a cupcake topped with pink strawberry frosting, a sliced strawberry, and a delicate purple flower, surrounded by fresh strawberries.
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These Strawberry Filled Cupcakes are a delightful way to celebrate strawberry season! Soft, fluffy cupcakes with a sweet strawberry filling and a luscious frosting—you’re going to love them!

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Benne Seed Brittle

Two glass jars containing sesame seed brittle with golden-brown clusters and individual pieces. The brittle has a glossy finish.
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Benne Seed Brittle is a simple yet delicious Southern candy made with just three ingredients: benne seeds (sesame seeds), sugar, and butter! It’s perfect for snacking or using as a delightful dessert topping.

To learn more: Benne Seed Brittle

Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake Recipe

A slice of layered cake topped with frosting and dried pineapple sits on a decorative plate. A fork is nearby, surrounded by small flowers and pineapple leaves.
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Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake is a surprisingly delicious combination of banana bread and canned pineapple! Its unique flavor profile has made it one of the most popular Southern cakes.

To learn more: Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake Recipe

Vintage Watergate Cake Recipe

a close up picture of the side of a pistachio flavored watergate layer cake with nuts
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Vintage Watergate Cake is both incredibly delicious and easy to make! The combination of moist pistachio cake and creamy whipped frosting makes it a perfect dessert for any occasion.

To learn more: Vintage Watergate Cake Recipe

A close-up of a dessert bar topped with colorful chocolate candies and a golden cookie crust, surrounded by pastel-coated egg candies.
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These Mini Egg Cookie Bars are the perfect festive spring or Easter dessert! A decadent treat featuring a Cadbury Mini Egg-filled cookie layer, a creamy cheesecake layer, and a cookie topping—every bite is a celebration of sweetness!

To learn more: Mini Egg Cheesecake Cookie Bars

Lemon Lavender Cake

A slice of moist lemon cake with creamy frosting, garnished with lavender flowers, on a decorative plate, set on a wooden table.
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The sun might be leaning into summer, but there’s still time for one last springtime delight—Lemon Lavender Cake! Light, tender, and oh-so-flavorful, it’s the perfect mix of citrusy zing and floral charm.

To learn more: Lemon Lavender Cake

Lemon Cake

A slice of lemon cake with creamy frosting on a decorative plate, surrounded by fresh lemons and flowers.
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Meet your citrusy soulmate— Lemon Cake Recipe! Moist, fluffy, and packed with fresh lemony goodness, it’s layered with zesty curd and luscious cream cheese frosting for the ultimate lemon lover’s fantasy.

To learn more: Lemon Cake

Lemon Bars

A close-up of square lemon bars dusted with powdered sugar, showcasing their vibrant yellow filling and crumbly crust.
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Lemon Bars that are both indulgent and guilt-free? Yes, please! Made with almond and coconut flour instead of the usual stuff, these golden squares of citrusy bliss are a gluten-free dream come true.

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Chocolate Paska Bread

A sliced chocolate cake with fluffy sponge on the edges and rich chocolate filling, resting on a wooden board with a wooden spoon nearby.
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Paska Bread is my ultimate Easter indulgence—because why choose between cake dough and heaps of cheese cream when you can have both? Oh, and let’s not forget the chocolate, because Easter treats should always be extra.

To learn more: Chocolate Paska Bread

Chocolate Mousse Filled Easter Eggs

A chocolate egg topped with creamy frosting and a small candy egg, surrounded by colorful Easter eggs.
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Chocolate Mousse Filled Easter Eggs are here to steal the spotlight—because who can resist a fancy-looking treat that’s secretly effortless? Just three ingredients whipped into silky mousse, piped into hollow eggs, and boom—Easter magic!

To learn more: Chocolate Mousse Filled Easter Eggs

Carrot Sheet Cake

A slice of moist carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, featuring a small carrot decoration, served on a white plate.
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Carrot Sheet Cake is the ultimate combo of moist, perfectly spiced goodness, all crowned with a thick layer of sweet and tangy cream cheese icing—because every bite should be pure bliss.

To learn more: Carrot Sheet Cake

Custard Tarts

A close-up of golden, creamy egg custard tarts in flaky pastry shells, arranged on a decorative tray.
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Egg Custard Tart is the perfect blend of rich, creamy filling and a buttery, flaky crust, all finished with a sprinkle of nutmeg for that classic touch of warmth.

To learn more: Custard Tarts

Carrot Cake Loaf

Close-up of a slice of carrot cake with nuts, layered with cream cheese frosting on the bottom. The texture is moist and flavorful.
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Carrot Cake Loaf is a moist, spiced delight that’s practically made for your afternoon tea or coffee break—because dessert should always be this easy (and ready in an hour!).

To learn more: Carrot Cake Loaf

Mini New York Cheesecakes Recipe

Two layers of creamy coffee-flavored dessert topped with blueberries, sitting on a crumbly base, with a bowl of blueberries in the background.
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Mini New York Cheesecakes are the tiny but mighty dessert that’s both effortlessly elegant and dangerously delicious—creamy filling, buttery graham crust, and endless ways to top them off for any occasion!

To learn more: Mini New York Cheesecakes Recipe

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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