13 Celebratory Cakes That Belong On Your Easter Menu
Sure, Easter’s all about the bunny, but one of these delectable, celebratory cakes is sure to steal the spotlight.
From charming little cakelets filled with vanilla pastry cream to the elegance of a citrus champagne layer cake, each recipe promises to delight the senses and embody the spirit of the season with style and taste.
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Little Lemon Cakes Filled with Vanilla Pastry Cream
Rediscover the sweet traditions of southern Italy.
Bursting with zesty lemon and creamy vanilla flavors, these little cakes are sure to elevate your Easter spread. To whip them up, grab your mixer, piping bag and saucepans, and enjoy the plating process, sprinkling the sospiti with a little diavoletti.
White Chocolate Coconut Cake
White chocolate, tropical coconut and a light and airy texture with hints of citrus—this recipe takes the cake. Its simple yet elegant preparation is sure to become a staple for future celebrations.
Classic Carrot Cake
The Easter bunny would expect no less.
Warm cinnamon, sweet carrots and pineapple with golden raisins, chopped pecans and cream cheese icing. A few cake pans and thirty minutes later, this timeless classic cake is bound to be a beloved centerpiece.
Vanilla Cardamom Cupcakes with Plum Mascarpone Buttercream
The exotic flavors of these cupcakes evoke the season’s spirit of renewal and celebration.
Vanilla and cardamom are balanced by the rich tanginess of plum mascarpone buttercream. A sophisticated flavor profile and charming aesthetic sure to impress.
Honey Lemon Cakelets
The subtle combination of honey and lemon with notes of vanilla in a light, fluffy texture—yes, please. These cakelets will add the perfect touch of sweetness to your Easter festivities.
Ivoire 35% and Strawberry Pavlova
If you’ve never paired the delicate flavors of an airy meringue, Valrhona Ivoire 35% white chocolate and fresh strawberries, you’re in for a light but decadent dessert.
Rhubarb Cardamom Upside-Down Cake
Warm, comforting flavors coupled with the vibrant colors of rhubarb embody the true essence of spring. But to really perfect the upside-down cake’s rich, caramel glaze, you’ll need a cast iron skillet and a good flipping arm.
Lemon Blueberry Ice Box Cake with No Churn Cream Cheese Ice Cream
This loaf cake is the quintessential Easter dessert—refreshing, vibrant colors symbolizing the arrival of spring. A lemony, blueberry masterpiece with cream cheese ice cream sandwiched between each layer.
Glazed Lemon, Yogurt and Olive Oil Pound Cake
Lemon is the moment, so let’s embrace her.
This cake’s citrus queen calls for the savory-tangy balance of olive oil and yogurt, creating a moist, aromatic dessert. Simple elegance, nostalgic charm and irresistible flavor, sprinkled with pistachios.
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Raspberry Buttermilk Bundt Cake
The moment your Bundt pan has been waiting for.
Elegant and festive, this beautiful cake is the perfect vessel for raspberries, lemon zest and buttermilk to create a moist, memorable dessert—the perfect light touch to any table.
Citrus Champagne Layer Cake
Dazzle the dinner table with this citrus champagne showstopper. A delicate champagne reduction whisked together with a citrus curd and baked to frost atop any cake stand you like.
Instant Pot Lemon Cheesecake with Rose Meringue
For busy entertainers, this sweet, floral and decadent cheesecake is an easy-go if you’ve got a multicooker. Topped with delicate rose water meringues to add a crunch to every sweet, creamy bite.
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Orange Almond Cake
Almost like it was crafted for the occasion, this cake has a bright, citrusy sponge with nutty undertones and hints of brown sugar. Topped with mascarpone and toasted almonds, it’s a beautifully understated centerpiece.
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