Easter dessert? Make ahead if possible

AnnPT77

Not super thematic for Easter, but one of my favorite things to make for a rich/caloric dessert is tiramisu with homemade sponge cake layers rather than commercial ladyfingers, or a good carrot cake (for the bunny to eat ) might be more thematic.

On the lighter(-ish) side, the pavlova idea sounds good (so pretty), a fruit tart, or profiteroles/eclairs with a light filling.

jc1961AA

Meringue nest, add ice cream (low calorie one if you can find it), some strawberries or whatever fruits you like

madwells1

I thought this was really cute:

http://www.worthpinning.com/2014/04/bunny-head-fresh-fruit-platter.html

Don't forget the pot of chocolate fondue and toothpicks of course!!

Orphia

amtyrell wrote: »

Chocolate bunny

This!

Why on earth do you need "a dessert" at Easter?

Francl27

Orphia wrote: »

amtyrell wrote: »

Chocolate bunny

This!

Why on earth do you need "a dessert" at Easter?

Because it's dessert. You always need dessert!

Francl27

crazyravr wrote: »

You cannot go wrong with a tiramisu. Always better to make it a day or two before the event so that the flavours can really develop and the whole thing gets nice and moist.

I was thinking about that too. Just need to find a good recipe.

LivingtheLeanDream

Francl27 wrote: »

crazyravr wrote: »

You cannot go wrong with a tiramisu. Always better to make it a day or two before the event so that the flavours can really develop and the whole thing gets nice and moist.

I was thinking about that too. Just need to find a good recipe.

I've tried lots of different tiramisu recipes but this one for me comes up trumps http://chefgordonramsayrecipe.com/tiramisu-recipes/

AngryViking1970

Francl27 wrote: »

Marilyn0924 wrote: »

This just popped up in my feed...thought of you and your quest for the easy Easter dessert
https://iowagirleats.com/2016/06/15/gluten-free-no-bake-strawberry-shortcake-icebox-cake/

I love icebox cakes! I might give something like that a shot.

Me too! My SIL requested I bring a dessert at Easter, so I'm making this one: https://www.familycircle.com/recipe/matzoh-blueberry-icebox-cake/

emcclure013

I made this for family Easter yesterday. Always a hit. I used fresh strawberries and it was perfect!

http://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/strawberry-pretzel-salad-29400

quiksylver296

I'm going to try these.

https://www.wincofoods.com/recipes#/15362

livingleanlivingclean

Francl27 wrote: »

crazyravr wrote: »

You cannot go wrong with a tiramisu. Always better to make it a day or two before the event so that the flavours can really develop and the whole thing gets nice and moist.

I was thinking about that too. Just need to find a good recipe.

I would get easter eggs, cut them in half (a hot knife would work) and use them as bowls... Just make the tiramisu straight in each half for individual serves...

kenyonhaff

Rice Crispy treats in the shape of Easter eggs. Get a little bit of pastel cake decorations and/or frosting for some flair.

Not the most sophisticated dessert, but fun, easy, and c'mon...rice crispy treats!!


Just Google it...so easy...

lightenup2016

I had this last night--it was awesome!! At 24 servings, it's about 335 cal per serving. Of course, not a good option if you need peanut-free.

https://www.ourstate.com/school-days-peanut-butter-cake/