And whileEaster dinnermay take hours to make, thedessertsdon’t have to.
Then, for more cooking inspiration, check out40 Quick & Easy Breakfast Ideas.
The Best Carrot Cupcakes
Prepare for the Easter Bunny this season with classic carrot cakein cupcake form!

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Cookies are also easy because you almost never need any extra baking equipment except a cookie sheet for baking.
For a festive cookie, these Strawberry Shortcake Drop Cookies add a perfect pink touch for Spring.

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This one is also a perfect way to cool down for those already experiencing a warmer spring climate.

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This dessert is just as fun to make as it is to eat.

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Quick and Easy Banana Pudding
Love banana pudding?

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The best part is that it is customizablefeel free to switch out or add ingredients into the mix.

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All you need is fresh strawberries, orange candy melts, and about twenty minutes.

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Not only are these strawberries fun to make (and eat!)
but they also look beautiful when set out on the table.
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5-Minute Espresso Walnut Brownies
Brownies that you might make in 5 minutes?

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20-Minute Chocolate Croissants
Who can say no to chocolate croissants?
These fluffy, chocolate-drizzled desserts will have your Easter dinner guests asking for seconds (and thirds).
This recipe’s secret?

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Pillsbury refrigerated crescent dinner rolls.
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“One bowl” means fewer dishes to wash!
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This recipe is also gluten-free, which makes it perfect for those who may follow a gluten-free diet.
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The best part is that it takes just 10 minutes to make.
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A previous version of this story was published on April 13, 2022.
It has been updated to include additional copy and proofreading revisions, additional recipes, and updated contextual links.

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