Southern Easter Dinner Menu – 12 Delicious Recipes
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Easter dinner in the South is a part of our Easter celebrations that we take very seriously! But what is a traditional Southern Easter dinner? If you’ve never indulged in the rich flavors of a Southern meal on Easter Sunday, you’ve been missing out! Some of my favorite recipes ever are on our Southern Easter menu every year, so I can’t wait to share them with you!
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These Southern Easter dinner recipes are like the ultimate soul food recipes guide. Making these as an adult is like a taste of home from our childhoods.
Easter Ham
We’ve always had ham for Easter dinner, but depending on whose dinner table you’re at, you may find a different meat of choice. Some likely options are brown sugar ham, prime rib, and roast beef. Personally, I prefer a classic option like honey-baked ham for our holiday menu.
Leg of Lamb
Leg of lamb is another great option to be the star of your Easter menu. You can make it easy by making it in the slow cooker or make Instant Pot leg of lamb.
Green Bean Casserole
Green bean casserole is a classic recipe that’s a Southern staple and a personal favorite of mine! This casserole dish is not only one of the best easter side dishes, but it’s also served for other holiday meals like Thanksgiving.
Southern Style Green Beans
If there isn’t a green bean casserole on a Southern Easter table, you’ll likely find some version of these Southern-style green beans cooked with bacon or smoked meat.
Sweet Potato Casserole
Everyone in the South knows that for special occasions like Easter Sunday, we’re pulling out the sweet potato casserole or candied yams recipe. When it comes to easy Southern Easter dinner recipes that cannot be skipped, this is it.
Creamed Corn
Everyone who grew up in the South always had creamed corn on their holiday table so this definitely makes the list of traditional favorites.
Mashed Potatoes
It’s not a holiday meal without some sort of potato dish (if not more than one) in the South. In small and large gatherings alike, there is always a huge dish of creamy potatoes on the table.
Potato salad
Potato salad may pop up on some Southern holiday dinner menus and for good reason. It doesn’t require a lot of extra effort, it has a cool fresh flavor, and it’s hearty!
Deviled Eggs
Whether you choose a traditional version of deviled eggs, or try some new delicious recipes for this Southern classic like the bacon jalapeño deviled eggs above, these eggs are always one the Easter dinner table!
Dinner Rolls
Hot homemade rolls are an absolute must-have at any Southern Easter dinner! The best part about dinner rolls is using the leftovers to make little ham sandwiches the next day! Another good reason to be sure and serve the traditional ham with your Easter meal.
Carrot Cake
When it comes to Easter desserts, carrot cake is a staple recipe. Moist and spiced, with nuts and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. It’s what everyone looks forward to after the main course! You could also opt for a carrot bundt cake or carrot cake muffins are a tasty alternative for a grab-and-go dessert.
Lemon Lush
Lemon lush is a light and tasty dessert perfect for Easter. Layers of pudding, cheesecake filling, and whipped cream are all on top of a buttery shortbread crust.
Dirt Cake
Dirt cake is a staple at our house pretty much every holiday but on Easter we make a special version of Easter Dirt Cake that the kids especially love! If you are looking for more kid-friendly desserts be sure to check out our Easter bunny truffles, Easter egg truffles, and Easter popcorn too!
