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Here’s a delicious and easy Easter Ham Recipe along with a full Easter Menu to help you create a memorable holiday meal

Classic Glazed Easter Ham Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Serves: 10–12

Ingredients:

  • 1 (8-10 lbs.) fully cooked bone-in ham
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup or honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Optional: pineapple rings and maraschino cherries for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Place the ham cut-side down in a large roasting pan. Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern with a sharp knife.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, cloves, and cinnamon. Stir until smooth and heated through.
  4. Brush 1/3 of the glaze over the ham. Cover loosely with foil.
  5. Bake for about 1.5 to 2 hours (15 minutes per pound), basting with more glaze every 30 minutes.
  6. For the last 15–20 minutes, remove the foil and baste with the remaining glaze. Let the ham caramelize and develop a golden crust.
  7. Optional: Add pineapple rings and cherries to the ham during the final bake.
  8. Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Easter Dinner Menu

Appetizers:

Mini Cheese Tarts (Savory)

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 12 tarts

  • Mini cheese tarts or puff pastry pinwheels Give this one a Try
  • Ingredients:
  • 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust or short crust pastry
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk or cream
  • Other Options might include
  • Deviled eggs with chives & paprika
  • Spring vegetable crudités with herbed ranch dip

Side Dishes:

  • Classic Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    Serves: 8–10
    Ingredients:
    3 lbs. russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
    3 tablespoons butter
    3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    2 cups whole milk (warm)
    1 cup heavy cream (or more milk)
    2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    2 garlic cloves, minced
    1 teaspoon salt
    1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    Optional: 1/2 teaspoon thyme or nutmeg for extra flavor
    Optional topping: extra cheese or buttered breadcrumbs
    Instructions:
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
    Make the sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in flour and cook for another 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
    Slowly whisk in the warm milk and cream, stirring constantly until thickened (about 5–7 minutes).
    Stir in salt, pepper, and optional thyme or nutmeg. Remove from heat and stir in 1 ½ cups of cheddar and all of the Parmesan until melted and smooth.
    Layer the potatoes: Arrange half the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the baking dish. Pour half the cheese sauce over the top. Repeat with the remaining potatoes and sauce.
    Sprinkle the top with remaining ½ cup of cheddar. Cover with foil.
    Bake covered for 45 minutes. Then remove foil and bake an additional 25–30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. (Insert a knife to check if potatoes are tender.)
    Let rest 10 minutes before serving to set.
  • Creamy mashed potatoes
  • Roasted asparagus with lemon zest
  • Honey-glazed carrots
  • Classic green bean almondine
  • Buttery dinner rolls or hot cross buns

Desserts:

  • Lemon tart or lemon bars
  • Mini Easter egg sugar cookies
  • Coconut cake or cheesecake with berry topping
  • Classic Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
    Serves: 12–14

    Cake Ingredients:
    2 cups all-purpose flour
    2 teaspoons baking soda
    1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
    1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
    1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
    1 cup granulated sugar
    1 cup light brown sugar, packed
    1 cup vegetable oil
    4 large eggs
    2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    2 1/2 cups finely grated carrots (about 4–5 medium)
    1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
    3/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
    1/2 cup raisins (optional)

    Cream Cheese Frosting:
    8 oz cream cheese, softened
    1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
    3 1/2 to 4 cups powdered sugar
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    Pinch of salt
    Optional: chopped nuts or shredded coconut for topping

    Instructions:
    For the Cake:
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 pan, two 9-inch rounds, or line cupcake tins.
    Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
    Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat oil, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
    Add grated carrots and pineapple. Fold in nuts and raisins, if using.
    Slowly stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
    Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and bake:
    9×13 pan: 35–40 minutes
    Two 9-inch rounds: 30–35 minutes
    Cupcakes: 18–22 minutes
    Cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    Let cool completely before frosting.

    For the Frosting:
    Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy.
    Add powdered sugar gradually and beat until fluffy.
    Mix in vanilla and a pinch of salt.
    Frost cooled cake and sprinkle with nuts or coconut if desired.

    Tips:
    Want to make it extra special? Add a layer of frosting between cake layers with a sprinkle of crushed pineapple or chopped pecans.
    Make it ahead! Carrot cake tastes even better the next day.

Drinks:

  • Cucumber mint water
  • White sangria or mimosas for adults
  • Sparkling strawberry lemonade

Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time (Optional): 30 minutes
Serves: 6–8

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
  • 1/3–1/2 cup honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 2 cups sparkling water or club soda (chilled)
  • Ice for serving

Optional Garnishes:

  • Lemon slices
  • Strawberry slices

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