28 Easter Recipes Everyone Remembers From Mom’s Table

Easter meals have a way of bringing back some of the best food memories. From glazed hams and comforting casseroles to classic desserts that always appeared after the big meal, many of these dishes have been passed down through generations. They’re the recipes Mom made year after year—the ones everyone looked forward to and still asks for today. If you’re planning your holiday menu or just craving a little nostalgia, these Easter favorites deliver all the comforting flavors of a traditional family table.

Mom’s Famous Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

A clear bowl of ranch potato salad. — Bacon Ranch Potato Salad. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This creamy potato salad with crispy bacon is a nostalgic Easter favorite. Packed with cheesy, tangy ranch flavors, it’s perfect for Mom’s table.
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Cheesy Cornbread Corn Pudding Mom Loved

A spoonful of cornbread corn pudding. — Cornbread Corn Pudding. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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This custardy cornbread pudding is a sweet and savory staple at Easter dinners. Topped with melty cheese, it’s sure to bring everyone back to Mom’s kitchen.
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Classic Scalloped Sweet Potatoes Duo

Scalloped Sweet Potatoes With Two Types Of Potatoes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Mom’s scalloped sweet potatoes get a rich, creamy twist with two kinds of potatoes. Every forkful melts in your mouth, perfect for Easter dinner sides.
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Mom’s Southern Mac & Cheese Classic

A spoon scooping out creamy mac and cheese from a black bowl. — Southern Old Fashioned Macaroni And Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This creamy baked mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food from Mom’s Easter table. Its golden cheese crust keeps everyone coming back for more.
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Sweet Potato Apple Casserole Mom Made

A spoon full of apples and sweet potatoes. — Layered Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This layered sweet potato and apple casserole is a cherished Easter side dish. Its crunchy topping will have everyone asking for seconds like Mom used to serve.
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Warm Roasted Potato Salad with Bacon

A glass bowl of roasted potato salad — No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This roasted potato salad with crispy bacon is a hit at every Easter dinner. Serve it warm for that nostalgic, homemade flavor everyone remembers.
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Mom’s Crispy Hot Water Cornbread

A rack of hot water cornbread with butter and honey. — Crispy Hot Water Cornbread Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Golden, crispy cornbread with a soft inside is a traditional Easter favorite. Perfect with honey or butter, it takes you straight back to Mom’s kitchen.
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Creamy Mashed Potatoes Mom Loved

Butter on top of a bowl of mashed potatoes. — Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

These creamy Yukon Gold mashed potatoes are rich, smooth, and perfect for Easter dinner. Mom’s secret touch of mascarpone makes them unforgettable.
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Easter Overnight Brie & Sausage Bake

A scoop of brie and sausage casserole. — Overnight Brie And Sausage Breakfast Casserole. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This make-ahead casserole blends brie and hearty sausage for a creamy breakfast everyone remembers. Ideal for Easter morning gatherings at Mom’s house.
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Mom’s Creamy Baked Corn Casserole

A baked cheesy casserole in a white dish, perfect for christmas casseroles, is topped with chopped green herbs and sits on a white surface beside a wooden spoon and a small bowl of herbs. — Creamy Baked Corn Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sweet and cheesy corn casserole is a must for Easter dinner. Mom’s recipe comes together quickly but tastes like a special treat.
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Cheesy Ham & Corn Casserole

A serving spoon in a corn casserole. — Cheesy Corn Casserole With Cream Cheese And Ham. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This cheesy ham and corn casserole is packed with flavor and nostalgia. Mom’s recipe always gets everyone at the table asking for seconds.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Corn Casserole With Cream Cheese And Ham

Grated Sweet Potato Pudding

A spoon full of sweet potato pudding. — Sweet Potato Pudding with Grated Potatoes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This baked sweet potato pudding with a crispy top is a Southern Easter classic. Made with Mom’s grated sweet potatoes, it’s rich and unforgettable.
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Mom’s Creamy Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs with mustard and herbs. — Creamy Easter Deviled Eggs With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These creamy deviled eggs are a nostalgic hit at Easter brunch. Mom’s simple recipe uses cream cheese for a perfectly smooth filling.
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Potatoes Au Gratin with Gruyere

Potatoes au gratin in a baking dish with a serving spoon. — Crispy Potatoes Au Gratin With Gruyere. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Mom’s crispy potatoes au gratin feature thin slices stacked for maximum creaminess. The Gruyere adds a nutty, golden crust everyone loves.
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Easter Strawberry French Toast Bake

A plate of strawberry French Toast casserole. — Overnight Baked Strawberry French Toast. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This overnight strawberry French toast bake is a sweet, creamy Easter breakfast treat. Mom’s classic twist combines jam, cream cheese, and custard for the perfect morning.
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Mom’s Classic Carrot Raisin Salad

A bowl of carrot and raisin salad next to a bunch of carrots. — Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This sweet and crunchy carrot salad is a nostalgic Easter favorite. A simple recipe that brings back memories from Mom’s kitchen.
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Southern Corn Pudding Mom Loved

A baked corn pudding with a serving spoon removing a portion. — Best Southern Corn Pudding Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Sweet corn pudding is a classic side that shines at Easter dinners. Prep ahead for easy holiday entertaining just like Mom did.
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Cheddar Pea Salad from Mom’s Table

Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

A creamy pea salad with just the right hint of cheddar, perfect for Easter. This make-ahead dish is always a crowd-pleaser at family gatherings.
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Mom’s Crispy Roasted Potatoes & Onions

A serving bowl of crispy potatoes and onions. — Oven Roasted Crispy Potatoes And Onions. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Golden roasted potatoes with sweet onions make any Easter meal memorable. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, just like Mom made.
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Mom’s Red Cabbage Coleslaw

A bowl of creamy coleslaw with shredded purple cabbage, carrots, and herbs sits on a gray cloth napkin next to vintage silver utensils—perfect as one of your favorite dinner side dishes. — Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw With Buttermilk. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

A tangy and creamy red cabbage coleslaw that’s perfect for Easter spreads. Quick to make, yet full of flavor everyone remembers from Mom’s kitchen.
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Easter Parsley Pesto Pasta Salad

A side dish of pesto pasta next to fresh parsley. — Parsley Pesto Pasta Salad With Walnuts. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Bright green parsley pesto pasta salad adds a fresh touch to any Easter table. Tossed with crunchy walnuts, it’s a recipe you’ll want every year.
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Mom’s Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pasta

Ranch pasta salad in a bowl with a wooden spoon. — Creamy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

All the flavors of bacon, cheddar, and creamy ranch in one festive dish. A pasta salad that’s been a family favorite at Easter tables for years.
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Mom’s Savory Pesto Bread Pudding

A baked savory breakfast casserole. — Savory Bread Pudding With Pesto And Mushrooms. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This rich bread pudding with pesto and mushrooms is perfect for brunch. A flavorful, comforting recipe straight from Mom’s table.
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Classic Creamy Macaroni Salad

Creamy macaroni salad with a wooden spoon. — Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

A creamy macaroni salad with cheddar is a true Easter classic. Serve chilled and enjoy the comforting flavors everyone remembers.
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Mom’s Balsamic Roasted Veggies

Balsamic vinegar being poured over asparagus and mushrooms. — Roasted Balsamic Asparagus And Mushrooms. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Balsamic roasted asparagus and mushrooms make a colorful Easter side. Quick to prepare and full of flavor that everyone will love.
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Mom’s Southern Baked Beans

A skillet of baked beans with ground beef with a serving spoon. — Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Sweet and smoky baked beans with ground beef are a nostalgic Easter favorite. This recipe is hearty, comforting, and always a hit.
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Mom’s Twice Baked Potato Casserole

A serving of baked mashed potatoes being taken out of a casserole dish. — Twice Baked Mashed Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This cheesy twice-baked mashed potato casserole is an Easter table staple. Warm, creamy, and full of comforting flavors from Mom’s kitchen.
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Classic 7-Layer Easter Salad

A bowl of 7 layer salad next to a serving spoon. — Southern 7 Layer Salad With Peas And Mayo. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This seven-layer salad is a colorful Easter classic. Layered with peas, bacon, mayo, and cheese, it’s a dish everyone remembers from Mom’s table.
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My Family Won’t Let Easter Pass Without These 20 Brunch Recipes

A collage of four images shows baked breakfast foods: puff pastries, a cheesy breakfast casserole, a slice of quiche with bacon and a biscuit, and golden-brown stuffed pastries on cooling racks.

These are the brunch recipes my family asks for every time Easter rolls around, the ones that signal the holiday has officially begun.
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