These Hershey Kiss Pretzels may look innocent enough, but don’t let that fool you. Sweet, salty, crunchy, and perfectly melty, they’re wildly addictive in the best and worst way. You’ll grab one, promise it’s the last, then find yourself reaching back for more. You’ll love me and curse me at the same time.

Easter Hershey Kiss Pretzels are one of the easiest treats to make! They’re just pretzels, Hershey’s Hugs, and an M&M on top. I remember our two-year-old helping me make them even! He was having a grouchy day, so I plopped him on the counter and thought, chocolate will fix this…. and it did. He unwrapped each Hug and carefully placed them on the pretzels, only sampling a few along the way.

They are a perfect way to get the kids involved in the kitchen!

Ingredients For Easter Hershey Kiss Pretzels

These Hershey Kiss Pretzels are tiny and unassuming. They look like a harmless little treat, but don’t let that fool you. One is never enough. Here’s what you need to make this yummy treat:

• Mini Pretzels: Crunchy, salty base that pairs perfectly with sweet chocolate for the ultimate bite-sized treat.
• Hershey’s Hugs: Softens when warmed to create a creamy chocolate layer that melts over the pretzel.
• Easter M&Ms: Colorful, festive topping that adds a pop of sweetness and a fun crunch.

The last time I made these, my kids kept sneaking back to the Ziplock bag, convinced I wouldn’t notice “just one more.” Spoiler alert: I noticed. Mostly because I was doing the exact same thing right alongside them and they disappeared way sooner than they should have.

Not everyone wants ham on Easter and that’s okay. Whether you’re craving something a little cozier, more indulgent, or just different, these non-traditional Easter dinner ideas prove that your holiday main dish can still feel special without sticking to tradition.

From slow-cooked prime rib and smoked brisket to comforting chicken pot pie and juicy pork chops, this roundup is packed with crowd-pleasing mains that fit Easter just as beautifully as ham ever did.

Bold & Hearty Easter Main Dishes

If you’re looking to shake things up this Easter, these non-traditional mains offer hearty, impressive alternatives that still feel special enough for the holiday.

With the perfect mix of chewy and crisp textures, these White Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies are loaded with white chocolate chips and cranberries. I fell in love with this combination at the first bite. And, I think you will, too!

Just one search will show you that I’ve got dozens of cookie recipes on this site. What can I say? I just love cookies! But, this take on oatmeal cookies is one of my husband Sean’s all-time favorites. It takes my classic cranberry chocolate chip cookies and gives them a twist that’s hard to beat, with sweet white chocolate and oats for that signature chewy texture.

White Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

I find the combination of white chocolate and cranberries totally irresistible, because the tangy cranberries balances out the ultra sweet white chocolate. But, add both of them to a soft, chewy oatmeal cookie? It’s a magical experience.

I owe my cousin, Hope, a big thank you for suggesting this flavor combination many years ago. This recipe was a hit from the first time I made it. If you find oatmeal cookies with raisins or chocolate chips boring, then this white chocolate cranberry oatmeal cookie recipe just might be the one for you.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Dry Ingredients – I use flour and old

Planning Easter dinner doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re hosting a full holiday gathering or keeping things simple with family, this Easter dinner recipe roundup brings together classic favorites and comforting sides to help you build the perfect menu.

With traditional ham recipes and must-have sides, these dishes are designed to mix and match so you can create an Easter dinner for everyone to love.

Classic Easter Mains

These traditional Easter mains are the heart of a classic holiday dinner. Perfect for feeding a crowd and steeped in familiar flavors, these recipes make planning your Easter table easy and delicious.

If you’re looking for an easy carrot cake recipe that turns out perfectly moist every single time, this is the one to bookmark. It’s simple, classic, and made with a smart shortcut that makes the whole process faster and completely foolproof.

I have always hated carrot cake. It’s the texture- walnuts, pineapple, big shreds of carrots, raisins… listen, this isn’t a salad, it’s a cake! So, I made a really fantastic homemade layered carrot cake that’s beautiful and delicious. And then my friend Cassie told me about hers (from Barbara Ryan) and it has a secret ingredient so immediately I had to try it.

This is my new favorite cake to whip up for a Sunday night or when company is coming to dinner. No layers necessary and the secret ingredient makes this hands down as moist as a banana cake with less work than any cake I’ve ever made!

Why Baby Food Makes This Cake Work

Using carrot baby food might sound a little surprising, but it’s actually the secret to the incredibly moist texture in this cake.

Carrot baby food is made from finely pureed carrots, which means it blends seamlessly into the batter. Instead of noticeable carrot shreds, you get all the natural moisture, sweetness, and flavor of carrots without changing the texture of the cake.

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