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Easter Sunday Baking: Easy Recipes You Can Make on the Day

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Chocolate shredded wheat cupcakes with mini eggs in the middle to replicate a birds nest.

No-Prep, No-Bake Easter Treats 

No need to plan ahead—these simple and delicious Easter bakes can be whipped up on the day without the need for an oven! Whether you're after a quick no-bake dessert or a warm, indulgent treat, these easy recipes will bring joy to your Easter.

No-Bake Vanilla Mini Egg Cheesecake 

Smooth, creamy vanilla cheesecake loaded with crunchy Mini Eggs on a buttery biscuit base. The perfect Easter dessert with no baking required! Check out our Vanilla Mini Egg Cheesecake recipe

No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake  

A dreamy combination of crushed Oreo's, velvety cheesecake with our highly rated No Bake Oreo Cheesecake ! It’s super easy to make. 

Simple and Fun Easter Treats for Kids 

Get the little ones involved with these fun, hands-on Easter treats! These easy recipes are perfect for kids to help mix, shape, and decorate. 

Easter Chocolate Nests 

Crispy, chocolatey, and topped with Mini Eggs, these classic Easter chocolate nests are a fun and tasty treat that kids will love making (and eating!).

Rice Crispy Cakes with Easter Eggs 

A super simple, no-bake favourite! Melted chocolate, crunchy rice cereal, and colourful Easter eggs come together for an irresistible snack with our Rice Crispy Cakes Recipe.

Indulgent Easter Bakes in No Time 

Craving something warm, gooey, and chocolatey? These quick and easy Easter bakes are rich, indulgent, and perfect for a sweet treat in a hurry. 

Victoria Sponge Cake 

An all time classic is the iconic Victoria Sponge. Our Easy Victoria Sponge recipe gives all the tips to create a perfect, light and fluffy sponge! 

Gooey Mars Bar Cakes  

Melted Mars Bars, crispy rice cereal, and a thick chocolate topping—this chewy, gooey bake is a guaranteed hit! Give our Mars Bar Cake recipe a try!

Easter Egg Brownies 

Fudgy, chocolate-loaded brownies with chunks of Easter eggs baked right in. The ultimate Easter indulgence made even better with the caramel flavours of Billington’s light soft brown sugar! 

Hot Cross Bun Bread Pudding 

Turn leftover hot cross buns into a rich, comforting bread pudding with warm spices, custard, and melted chocolate — Easter baking at its best! 

Last-Minute Easter Sunday Dessert Ideas 

Need a sweet treat in a hurry? These effortless dessert ideas make the most of your Easter chocolate with minimal effort. 

  • Homemade Chocolate Fondue – Melt down Easter eggs and dip in fresh fruit, biscuits, and marshmallows for a simple yet indulgent dessert. 
  • Quick & Easy Sundae – Crush leftover Easter eggs over a scoop of ice cream for an instant Easter-themed treat. 
  • DIY Chocolate Bark – Melt chocolate, spread it out, and top with nuts, sprinkles, or crushed Mini Eggs for a quick homemade treat. 

Share Your Creations! 

We’d love to see how you’ve used your Easter chocolate! 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 baked good is an Easter tradition in England? 

A classic Easter baked good in England is the Hot Cross Bun—a spiced, sweet bun made with dried fruit and marked with a white cross on top. Traditionally eaten on Good Friday, these buns are enjoyed toasted with butter or used in creative recipes like Hot Cross Bun Bread Pudding.  

How to decorate a cake with Easter eggs? 

Decorating a cake with Easter eggs is an easy way to give it a festive touch! Here are some ideas: 

Mini Egg Topping: Scatter Mini Eggs on top of the cake for a simple but colourful finish. Get inspired by our Ultimate Easter Chocolate Cake.

Chocolate Nest Design: Use melted chocolate and crushed shredded wheat or cornflakes to create a nest shape on top of the cake, then fill it with chocolate eggs. 

Drizzle: Melt chocolate over your cookies or cakes for a mouth watering finish.