Make-ahead Easter recipes
Put together a low-stress spring feast with our easy make-ahead Easter recipes. Whether you’re preparing dessert, cooking side dishes or hosting the big lunch itself, these Easter recipes will help you get ahead.
- Make-ahead Easter desserts: Get a jump on pudding with recipes for Easter cheesecakes, hot cross bun trifle or our fan-favourite chocolate mousse cake. It keeps for three days in the fridge.
- Simple and easy ideas: Our fridge-friendly make-ahead Easter starters include a vibrant and fresh pea soup and a rich trout terrine with capers. This asparagus salad is served at room temperature – perfect for making ahead.
- Traditional Easter recipes: Lamb is the classic roast for Easter. This slow-cooked shoulder can be cooked, shredded and reheated to feed a crowd, buffet-style. Marinade this lamb leg the night before to save time on the day (and amplify the flavour) – the mint sauce can be made ahead, too.
- Alternative exciting ideas: Try this hearty slow cooker lamb stew, elegant roast salmon with pastry topping or carrot and mascarpone gratin to add a twist to your celebrations. All have prep-ahead elements.
Browse all of our Easter lunch recipes – and discover ways to use up any leftover chocolate!
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