Kid-Friendly Easter Desserts

Easter is right around the corner so we’re rounding up our most popular kid-friendly Easter dessert recipes. Think hot cross buns, colorful chocolate candy bark, Rice Krispie treats and more. No fancy equipment required. Plus, we‘ve even included a link to shop a pre-made cookie kit from A Cake Life, for those who want (need?!) to make life a little easier.

Photo: Laura Dornbush

Easter Hot Cross Buns

Keep keiki’s hands busy by kneading, rolling and customizing these traditional treats. These spiced yeasted rolls bearing a cross mark on top are traditionally eaten on Good Friday, but we say make (and eat) them whenever you want! Get the recipe here.

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Photo: Catherine Toth Fox

Easter Candy Bark

This indulgent and colorful candy bark recipe only takes a few ingredients—and a microwave—to make this super simple, super adorable Easter dessert. What’s more, this yummy chocolate bark makes for a festive gift for teachers, babysitters, teammates and neighbors. Find the recipe here.

Photo: David Croxford

Chocolate-Covered Barnyard Marshmallows

With candy eyes and colorful coconut fur, these chocolate-covered marshmallow animals are almost too adorable to eat—almost. It also makes for an adorable display for the table. Find this easy Easter dessert recipe here.

Photo: Christine Labrador

 

Colorful Easter Rice Krispie Treats

These spring-inspired Rice Krispie treats makes a colorful statement. The recipe is a twist on a classic snack— perfect for adding to a kid’s Easter basket. And it’s also an easy recipe keiki can help make.

 

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Photo: Courtesy of A Cake Life

 

A Cake Life Easter Cookie Kit

 

Okay and if you’re really baking/dessert/time challenged, this Easter Cookie Kit is a life saver. The kit includes pre-made Easter egg, flower and bunny cookies, as well as sprinkles, royal icing and a decorating tip sheet. Order yours here.