Easy Easter recipes

A new twist on a traditional recipe and perfect for getting the kids involved in the festivities

Bake a showstopping cake for Easter. This one is so easy and the kids can decorate it by filling the pretzel nest with their favourite chocolate eggs

The easiest Easter nest you'll ever make. This no-bake cheesecake comes complete with mini chocolate eggs and the traditional chenille chicks

Bake our easy Easter biscuits then choose from two options to decorate them – or you can halve the amounts of jam and icing sugar and make both

Give free-from baking a go with this easy vegan sandwich cake – an indulgent carrot cake with coconut and cashew icing that everyone will want another slice of

Lemon drizzle meets almondy simnel cake in this Easter traybake. It's a fruity treat that you can slice and serve with ease when entertaining

This is a perfect quick-mix-fix for Easter - based on traditional recipes

A flaouna-style hot cross bun for a Cypriot twist on our favourite Easter bake. Add halloumi cheese and a sprinkling of sesame seeds for a flavour sensation

These chocolate egg-filled cheesecake brownies are the ultimate indulgence. Bake this rich, squidgy chocolate traybake for an Easter sharing treat

Sweet treats for friends and family

Perfect for an Easter celebration or a Sunday lunch with the family.

A vegetarian supper full of fresh flavours, perfect for sharing with friends

Put some spring into your pasta, with this fresh yet simple supper idea. It's on the table in under half an hour and is low-fat too

Making a cream out of the stalks means that every mouthful of pasta will have a delicious taste of asparagus

Using nettles instead of spinach gives the classic spanakopita a spring time twist. Young nettles are a sweet, nutritious and free alternative to spinach

A simple, budget, spring salad that can add a healthy dose of vegetables to your midweek meal. This easy vegan dish also makes great leftover lunches

This iron-rich dish is ideal for a weekend with family and friends

Try these colourful vegan spring rolls as canapés for a party, vibrant with fresh veg and juicy mango. Serve with a sweet chilli dipping sauce

Serve up nutritious greens with fresh garlic and lemon flavours for a healthy and versatile side dish

Use up leftover chocolate from Easter eggs to make an indulgent hot chocolate. Top with squirty cream and marshmallows for a truly decadent drink

An interesting new starter idea of fried cheese from Cyprus, crispy toasted sourdough bread and a carrot topping

The perfect stress-free summer lunch. For a non-veggie option, add a couple of slices of ham

This simple soup makes the most of Spring veg and will become a favourite standby for a quick lunch or supper

This salad combines sweet carrots with the liquorice bite of a slightly acidic dressing and creamy blue cheese - a simple lunch or side dish