You don’t need a five-star budget to serve up a delicious Easter spread. Whether you’re hosting brunch, lunch, or just want to add a little seasonal flair to your weekend meal, these 9 cheap and easy Easter recipes deliver serious flavor with a side of “wow” — all without breaking the bank.
Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or intimate celebrations, these dishes are:
- Simple to make
- Budget-friendly (most under $10)
- Totally Insta-worthy 📸
🥚 1. Deviled Eggs 3 Ways
Cost: ~$4 for a dozen
Why it’s great: Classic, customizable, and crowd-pleasing.
Ideas to elevate:
- Traditional: Mayo, mustard, paprika
- Herbed: Add fresh dill and chives
- Spicy: Mix in a dash of hot sauce or sriracha
🧂 Garnish with a sprig of parsley for a restaurant-style finish.
🥗 2. Carrot Ribbon Spring Salad
Cost: ~$5
Ingredients: Carrots, lemon, olive oil, honey, arugula or spinach
Use a vegetable peeler to create thin carrot ribbons. Toss with greens, a light vinaigrette, and top with sunflower seeds or crumbled feta.
🥕 Fresh, bright, and totally on-theme for Easter!
🧁 3. Mini Carrot Cake Cupcakes
Cost: ~$6 for 12 cupcakes
Shortcuts welcome: Use boxed carrot cake mix + canned cream cheese frosting.
Top with a candied pecan or shredded coconut for flair.
Great for portion control, brunch buffets, or kids’ tables.
🧁 Display on a tiered tray for a bakery look.
🍞 4. Bunny-Shaped Crescent Rolls
Cost: ~$3
What you need: Refrigerated crescent dough
Roll and twist dough into simple bunny shapes before baking. Serve with jam or honey butter.
🐰 Kids love them, and they look adorable in a bread basket.
🍲 5. Cheesy Potato Bake
Cost: ~$7 for a 9×13 pan
Ingredients: Shredded potatoes, cream of mushroom/chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheese
Mix, layer in a baking dish, and bake until golden and bubbly.
🧀 Feeds a crowd — perfect for brunch or dinner sides.
🐣 6. Easter “Bunny Bait” Snack Mix
Cost: ~$5
What’s in it: Popcorn, pretzels, pastel M&Ms, mini marshmallows
Drizzle with melted white chocolate and let set. Break apart into sweet, salty clusters.
🎬 Great for kids’ movie night or to-go bags.
🥒 7. Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
Cost: ~$4
Ingredients: White or wheat bread, cream cheese, cucumbers, dill
Cut crusts off bread, spread cream cheese + dill, and layer cucumber slices. Cut into small squares or triangles.
🥪 An elegant, affordable addition to any Easter brunch.
🍓 8. DIY Yogurt Parfaits
Cost: ~$6 for 4 servings
What to use: Greek yogurt, granola, fresh fruit (berries, bananas, etc.)
Layer ingredients in small mason jars or glasses. Top with a drizzle of honey.
🍯 Perfect make-ahead option for stress-free hosting.
🥕 9. No-Bake “Carrot Patch” Pudding Cups
Cost: ~$5 for 6 cups
Ingredients: Chocolate pudding, crushed Oreos, strawberries, orange candy melts
Dip strawberries in orange coating to look like carrots. “Plant” in the pudding cup topped with crushed cookies.
🌱 A hit with kids and super cute on a dessert table!
Elegant Doesn’t Have to Mean Expensive
These cheap & easy Easter recipes prove that you don’t need to spend big to serve up a beautiful, flavorful holiday. Whether you’re planning a casual family meal or festive brunch, a few thoughtful details (and budget-friendly ingredients) go a long way.
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