Easter Baking Challenge

Join our Easter baking challenge! Are you ready to put your baking skills to the test? This Easter, we’re inviting you to take part in our Easter Baking Challenge! Try your hand at the delicious recipes below, get creative, and share your masterpieces with us.

Tag us @bakingmad in your bakes on social media and use the hashtag #EasterBakingChallenge for a chance to be featured on the Baking Mad profile! The best bake for each recipe will be reshared, so bring your A-game and let’s get baking! 

Choose Your Bake

1. No-Bake Vanilla Mini Egg Cheesecake

Perfect for a sweet treat with minimal effort, this no-bake vanilla mini egg cheesecake is a must-try for Easter! The creamy vanilla cheesecake base is topped with colourful mini eggs that bring a playful, springtime vibe to your dessert table. Whether you're hosting an Easter gathering or simply indulging at home, this easy-to-make cheesecake will win over the hearts (and tastebuds) of your guests.

Perks of this bake:

No-bake, super simple

Creamy delicious vanilla cheesecake with a crunchy base

Decorated with vibrant mini eggs for a festive touch

Instagram Tip: 

Take a close-up shot of the cheesecake, showing off the mini eggs in all their pastel glory. Add a caption and remember to tag @bakingmad and use the hashtag #EasterBakingChallenge.

Recipe Link: No-Bake Vanilla Mini Egg Cheesecake

2. Easter Chocolate Nests

Recipe Perks:

Quick and simple to make

Kid-friendly and fun to decorate

A chocolatey, crispy crunch in every bite

Instagram Tip: 

Showcase your nests with a mix of milk and white chocolate eggs peeking out of the nests. Capture a moment where the kids are decorating, or add a boomerang of you drizzling melted chocolate! Add a caption and remember to tag @bakingmad and use the hashtag #EasterBakingChallenge.

Recipe Link: Easter chocolate nests

3. Rice Crispy Cakes

Recipe Perks:

Quick, easy, and fun to make

A great option for any age group

Customise with toppings to make them Easter-ready

Instagram Tip: 

Elevate your rice crispy cakes by staging them on a rustic wooden platter and styling with a soft pastel backdrop. Add a caption and remember to tag @bakingmad and use the hashtag #EasterBakingChallenge.

Recipe Link: Rice Crispy Cakes

4. No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake

What makes this recipe so special:

No-bake, so no oven required

Perfect for Oreo lovers

A rich, indulgent treat

Instagram Tip: 

Serve this cheesecake on a pretty, pastel-coloured plate with a few extra Oreo cookies on the side. Show a close-up shot of the cheesecake’s creamy texture!  Add a caption and remember to tag @bakingmad and use the hashtag #EasterBakingChallenge."

Recipe Link: No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake

5. Mars Bar Cakes

Recipe Highlights:

Sweet and sticky with a perfect chocolate balance

No-bake and simple to prepare

Great for sharing at Easter gatherings

Instagram Tip: 

For an extra ‘wow’ factor, slice the Mars Bar cake into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on a platter with Easter-themed decorations like floral napkins or pastel coloured bowls.  Add a caption and remember to tag @bakingmad and use the hashtag #EasterBakingChallenge.

Recipe Link: Mars Bar Cakes

6. Hot Cross Buns

Recipe Highlights:

A deliciously spiced bun, perfect for Easter morning

Traditional and full of flavour

Easy to make at home

Instagram Tip: 

Snap a photo of the freshly baked buns still warm from the oven, and drizzle with a light sugar glaze. Don’t forget to add the iconic cross for that signature Hot Cross Bun look!  Add a caption and remember to tag @bakingmad and use the hashtag #EasterBakingChallenge.

Recipe Link: Hot Cross Buns

Why participate in the Easter Baking Challenge?

Joining the Easter Baking Challenge is the perfect way to celebrate the season with fun, creativity, and of course—delicious treats! Here’s why you should get involved:

🥇 Show Off Your Skills – Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this is your chance to put your baking talents in the spotlight.

📲 Get Featured – The best bakes from each recipe will be re-shared on the Baking Mad profile, giving you a chance to shine in front of a community of fellow bakers!

🎉 Join a Fun Community – Connect with other passionate bakers, exchange tips, and get inspired by amazing Easter creations.

🏆 Challenge Yourself – Push your baking boundaries and try something new — who knows, you might discover a new favourite recipe!

Don't forget to tag us and use #EasterBakingChallenge to be part of the fun. Ready, set, bake!

Bonus Tip: 

Follow along on Instagram for even more Easter recipe inspiration, tips, and tricks.

Share Your Creations

We’d love to see how you’ve taken on the Easter Baking Challenge! Share your delicious creations with us on social media. Tag us @bakingmad and use the hashtag #bakingmad to inspire others with your sweet ideas! 

FAQs

What is the latest baking trend?

A recent baking trend is Pistachio-Flavoured Creations! Pistachio has emerged as the flavour of the year in 2025, significantly influenced by the viral popularity of the Dubai chocolate bar, known for its creamy pistachio filling and crunchy dough exterior. Would you like to try our Chocolate and Pistachio Breakfast Wreath? Or how about try making your own Pistachio ice cream?

How can I make Easter extra fun?

Easter is all about fun, family, and creativity! Here are some ways to make it extra special this year:

1. Creative Egg Hunts

Why not try making a treasure, pirate-style map leading to hidden eggs? You could even add puzzle's or riddles into the mix to make it even more interesting!

2. Fun Easter-Themed Food

Bunny Pancakes – Shape pancakes into a bunny face with whipped cream, fruit, and chocolate chips. Or create cute looking birds nests with shredded wheat and mini eggs with our Easter nest recipe.

3. Easter Crafts & DIY Activities

Egg decorating – Use cool patterns and colours to make your eggs stand out.

DIY Easter Baskets – Put together and decorate your own Easter baskets with homemade bakes, fabrics and ribbons.

Bunny Ear Headbands – Make and decorate your own bunny ears using paper or felt.

4. Family Easter Games

• Egg Spoon Race – Classic balancing act with a fun, competitive twist. You can use your newly decorated eggs!
• Bunny Hop Sack Race – Use pillowcases or sacks and hop to the finish line!
• Pin the Tail on the Bunny – A fun spin on the classic game.
• Egg Roulette – Some eggs are hard-boiled, some are raw… crack them on heads and see who gets lucky!