Basket with Easter eggsSpring has fully sprung, and this Sunday we celebrate Easter.

This week, as we honor Holy Week, the days can feel a bit solemn. But on Sunday, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus—a powerful reminder of hope. Easter invites us to gather with the people we love, embrace joy, and savor the simple moments that make life sweet.

Whether your plans are big and festive, or simple and low-key, there are so many ways to make the day special. Start the morning with a yummy breakfast at home—fresh coffee, something warm from the oven (our cinnamon crumb coffee cake tastes so good warmed up!), and time around the table before heading to Mass or starting your festivities.

 If you have little ones, an Easter egg hunt never fails to bring laughter and excitement. Honestly, even the big kids (and adults!) enjoy a good hunt. Looking to stuff eggs with something besides candy? Add coins, dollar bills, little trinkets, or even a few Ashley’s Bakery Bucks for fun finds.

Hosting brunch? Keep it simple with a mix of savory and sweet, and let everyone linger a little longer than usual. You can set up a Mimosa bar where guests can serve themselves and try different varieties. Include orange juice, grapefruit juice, cranberry juice, and mango juice, along with little bowls of raspberries, strawberries and blueberries where guests can experiment with different mimosa combinations. Delicious! 

Easter Cake with FlowersEven if the forecast calls for rain, Easter can still feel bright and cheerful indoors. Set the table with a pretty tablecloth,  fresh flowers, and pastel touches. Add some adorable paper plates – you can easily find tons of designs, styles and sizes for the holiday – so you can set a beautiful table without a lot of heavy lifting.  

Of course, no Easter celebration is complete without something delicious to share—and that’s where Ashley’s Pastries comes in!  From festive treats for baskets to centerpiece-worthy cakes,  we’ve been busy baking up all your holiday favorites. There is still plenty of time to place your Easter order – give us a call today so it can be ready for pickup. 

Not sure what to get? Our bunny coffee cake is the perfect way to start your Easter morning, while our cookies, cupcakes, and seasonal sweets make delightful surprises for kids and adults alike. A tray of decorated Easter cookies in various shapes, including a cross, an Easter egg, flowers, a bunny, chicks in a pond, and a "Happy Easter" sign, all with colorful icing.

Even if you aren’t hosting, don’t forget to pick up a selection of our freshly baked breads, muffins, and pastries—perfect for building a beautiful spread with minimal effort. And for a sweet ending, our Easter desserts are sure to leave everyone asking for seconds.

As another holiday comes around, it is not lost on us how special it is to have a place at your table. It means so much to us that we can help you celebrate life deliciously.  Wishing you and yours a Happy, Hoppy Easter!