With two bank holidays coming up, there’s no better time to get baking and finally try those sweet treats you’ve had your eye on. Easter is the perfect excuse to fill the house with good smells, invite the family over and show off your latest baking creations.
Good Friday Bakes
The ultimate Good Friday sweet treat! These soft, spiced buns with dried fruits and a signature cross on the top are full of tradition and flavour. I would serve them warm with a little butter, but you can go crazy and add any toppings you would like!
Who doesn’t love a Rocky Road, crunchy, chewy, chocolatey goodness, all in one bite! Filled with biscuits, marshmallows, mini eggs and even popcorn! It’s super easy to make and great one for getting the kids involved in the kitchen this Easter.
These cupcakes will be the showstopper for your Easter table, they are light, zesty and shaped like a bunny! This lemon-flavoured sponge is baked in a cupcake cases then decorated with icing and marshmallows to create the bunnies’ features.
Easter Sunday Treats
A classic for Easter time, it is lightly spiced and topped with rich cream frosting. It is a great way to sneak in some veggies and make the perfect centrepiece for the Easter gatherings.
Simmel Cake is a fruit, lightly spiced Easter classic topped with a layer of marzipan and 11 symbolic marzipan balls. It is rich in flavour but lightly than a Christmas fruitcake, pairs great with a cup of tea.
These no bake cupcakes are a nostalgic favourite. Crunchy shredded wheat mixed with melted chocolate and topped with mini eggs for that perfect “nest” look. Super easy, kid-friendly and ideal for last-minute treats.
If you try any of these Easter bakes, we’d love to see your creations — don’t forget to tag us on Instagram if you share them!
Sources:
Blog Cover Photo: los_angela/istockphoto.com.
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/hot-cross-buns-2
https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/easter_rocky_road_82814
https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/easter_bunny_lemon_36195
