15 Fresh and Festive Easter Appetizers to Serve Before Your Big Feast
Dreamy dips, next-level Deviled Eggs and more!
Sure, Easter ham or lamb may take center stage on your holiday table, but it's the appetizers that get the party started. These first bites set the tone for the Easter meal to come, so we rounded up a lineup of fresh, festive recipes that will excite and satisfy your guests.
And no need to spend all morning in the kitchen, either. These Easter appetizers are designed to keep things simple: Some can be made ahead, while others come together in just minutes. Even better, they're easy to serve and easy to love—perfect for grazing while you prep for egg hunts or welcome guests.
Whether you're in the mood for something light and fresh or a slightly heartier bite before the main event, there's a recipe here for every kind of gathering. From classic deviled eggs to dreamy dips and hand-held bites, these starters will kick off your family's feast on a delicious note. Set them out, pour a drink, and get ready to celebrate.
Red Pepper Hummus Crackers
Need a fast app? Pipe red pepper hummus onto crackers in the shape of carrots and decorate each with a dill frond.
Asparagus Mimosa
For a fork-and-knife starter, serve the fan-favorite spring vegetable (asparagus, of course!) topped with grated eggs.
Get the Asparagus Mimosa recipe.
Dill Dip
Setting out a spread of fresh vegetables and crunchy crackers is always a good idea—especially when there's a bright, herby dip at the center of it all.
Get the Dill Dip recipe.
Deviled Eggs
Learn how to make our perfect deviled eggs, then switch up the toppings. We love crumbed bacon and chopped fresh herbs!
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Herbed White Bean Dip
Pair this herby garlic bean dip with crostini and vegetables for a perfect pre-dinner snack.
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Herb Goat Cheese with Pink Peppercorns
Roll a goat cheese log in a mixture of fresh herbs and spices, then serve it on a bed of olive oil and lemon juice for a pretty spring app.
Get the Herb Goat Cheese with Pink Peppercorns recipe.
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Grilled Lamb and Artichoke Kebabs
Still haven't gotten your family down with serving lamb for Easter dinner? Treat them to these easy skewers before the meal instead.
Maple-Glazed Sausage Pops
If your Easter celebrations skew more brunch than dinner, this breakfast sausage-inspired appetizer will do the trick.
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Shaved Carrot and Radish Salad
Serve this light, beautiful carrot and radish salad before dinner and no one will be too full for ham.
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Spring Crudités with Herbed Cheese Dip
Because if you eat your serving of veggies early on, you can eat as many hot cross buns as you want later ... that's how it works, right?
Charred Shrimp, Leek and Asparagus Skewers
Spring veggies and savory shrimp make the perfect combination on these handheld skewers. For an extra spicy kick, add some harissa mayo sauce.
Prosciutto Scallion Bundles
Bacon-wrapped asparagus is always a hit. This fancy version, however, is fitting for a more elegant Easter affair.
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Roasted Artichokes with Caesar Dip
Dip artichokes—or well, anything—into this cheesy mustard sauce.
Arugula Pesto
Spoon this garlicky green spread on top of cheese-topped crostini for any easy-to-please starter.
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Roasted Asparagus and Ricotta Tart
You probably have a box of puff pastry tucked away in your freezer. Here, you can turn it into a creamy, cheesy tart for your Easter spread.
Trish (she/her) is the deputy food editor at Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things food, from cooking trends and delicious recipes to top-tested kitchen products and grocery finds. She has more than a decade of experience writing about food for GH, Women’s Health, Prevention, Redbook, Woman’s Day, The Daily Meal and Food Network. When she’s not at the supermarket or trying out a new recipe, you can find her at the beach, in her backyard or on the couch — typically with a glass of wine in hand.
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