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Discover vintage Easter recipes for a nostalgic holiday feast. From classic ham to retro desserts, bring old-fashioned charm to your table.
Easter is a time for family, friends, and good food. And what better way to celebrate this special occasion than by reviving some vintage Easter recipes that have stood the test of time? These classic recipes have been passed down from generation to generation, and they never fail to impress.
These are a great trip down memory lane and a fun way to explore some of the best vintage Easter recipes that you can make in your own kitchen. From sweet treats like hot cross buns and pies to savory dishes like ham and deviled eggs, these recipes are sure to transport you back to the mid-century.
While a quick look at vintage ads will show you over-the-top Easter recipes like an Easter lamb cake, which looks adorable but is time-consuming! However, there are also a lot of more simple and classic Easter recipes we can pull from the mid-century, like hot cross buns, deviled eggs, and ham with pineapple sauce. You’ll find all of those and more on this list.
And if you are looking for more vintage Easter desserts you will find that on the blog as well. Because if you ask me, dessert is the best part of any holiday meal!
Vintage Easter Recipes
Step back in time with these vintage Easter recipes, featuring classic dishes like hot cross buns, deviled eggs, and lamb roasts that are sure to delight your taste buds.
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Classic Glazed Ham with Pineapple Sauce
This classic holiday ham is basted with a honey pineapple glaze and served with a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce. Classic Glazed Ham with Pineapple Sauce is a fabulous choice for your holiday menu.
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Leg Of Lamb With Fresh Mint Sauce
Leg of lamb with fresh mint sauce is a classic Easter dish. This has been a traditional Easter classic since the early 20th century.
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Brown Sugar Pineapple Glazed Ham
This Old-Fashioned Holiday Ham is the perfect Baked Ham Recipe. Spiral sliced ham glazed with brown sugar and pineapple juice, and decorated with colorful pineapple slices and cherries.
Vintage Cheesy Potato Casserole
These cheesy potatoes are delicious and have a fun crunchy topping made from corn flakes!
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Old Fashioned Deviled Eggs Recipe
Deviled eggs are a classic appetizer that is always a hit at parties! This old-fashioned deviled eggs recipe is simple, delicious, and super quick!
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Grandma's Parker House Rolls
No holiday meal is complete without some delicious rolls and these old-fashioined rolls are a great choice.
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Lawry’s Famous Creamed Spinach
Lawry’s vintage creamed spinach is a classic side dish that is a must for your Easter dinner.
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Old Fashioned Coleslaw
Coleslaw has been a holiday meal staple for decades and this old-fashioned version is perfect for your
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Hot Cross Buns Recipe
A traditional hot cross buns recipe flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg, and filled with raisins and candied fruit. An old fashioned Easter recipe with meaning.
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Vegan Ambrosia Salad
This easy Vegan Ambrosia Salad recipe is a sweet and creamy Southern classic! This vintage fruit salad is a retro dessert that's made gluten-free and allergy-free using dairy-free coconut whipped cream, sour cream, canned pineapple, mandarins, cherries, coconut, and mini marshmallows! Quick and simple to customize or keep it like grandma's nostalgic 5 cup salad recipe!
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Grandma’s Peach Custard Pie
A delicious old-fashioned pie that is great for any holiday, especially a spring one.
Free Easter Meal Planner
Once you decide what you want to make for Easter you will want to make a plan. No matter if you are using family favorites, a real 1950s Easter menu, or recipes from this post, you can use this free Easter meal planning sheet to get it all planned!
More Easter Resources
Vintage Easter Decorations
Vintage-Inspired Easter Dresses for Women
Vintage Easter Meal Plans from the 1940s
Vintage Easter Recipes: Timeless Recipes for a Memorable Holiday
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