Easter is a season of hope, renewal, and celebration—and sometimes the sweetest moments come from the simplest ideas.
Perfect for Easter Gatherings of All Sizes
This Resurrection Cupcake idea works well for:
- Church events
- Family Easter lunches
- Community gatherings
- Classrooms or small groups
Because everything is portioned, it’s easy to serve—and easy to adapt based on how many people you’re feeding.
The Story Behind This Cupcake Display
I work with a ministry called Relentless Love. We love to go into inner city apartment complexes and spend time with the residents, especially during the holidays. In the summer months we usually do a VBS-style program and a back-to-school outreach, where the kids are provided with backpacks.
We also do a huge Christmas event for the children, and a Mother's Day tea for the moms. But one of my favorite parties is the Easter gathering.
I love the whole meaning behind Easter, and it's so sweet to be able to share that message of hope with them--through baked goods and through the story of Jesus, and His vast love for them.
Resurrection Cupcake Display
This past Easter, instead of serving a traditional cake, I created a Resurrection Cupcake display using cupcakes arranged to form a cross. I had seen something similar on Pinterest, but decided to take it a step further, flanking the white center cross with two smaller crosses, to represent the crosses on either side of Jesus.
I went on to add some grass-themed cupcakes at the bottom and blue clouds above the scene. By the time all was said and done, I'd created a whole scene, straight from the real Easter story.
This paired beautifully with all of the pastels I'd chosen for the tables. (So cute, right?)
We ended up with just the right amount of cupcakes to feed the kids and their families. That's one benefit to this setup: it's meaningful, easy to assemble, and perfect for feeding a crowd—especially for church gatherings, family events, or large Easter celebrations.
This idea isn’t about perfection or fancy techniques. It’s about sharing the Easter message in a warm, visual, and approachable way—one cupcake at a time.
You can keep it as simple or as decorative as you like. This setup works beautifully with cupcakes baked ahead of time and assembled the day of your event.
Cupcake Flavors That Work Beautifully for Easter
One of the best parts of this idea is its flexibility. You can mix and match flavors depending on your crowd, your schedule, or what you already love to bake.
Here are some cupcake flavors that work especially well for a Resurrection display:
- Strawberry Cupcakes – light, fruity, and spring-perfect
- Sugar Cookie Cupcakes – soft, sweet, and crowd-pleasing
- Pink Velvet Cupcakes – festive and fun for Easter tables
- Carrot Cake Cupcakes – a classic Easter favorite
- Classic Vanilla Cupcakes – simple and timeless
- Doctored Cake Mix Recipe Ideas – my go-to for large orders and events
When I’m baking for a crowd, I almost always start with a doctored cake mix. It’s reliable, efficient, and frees me up to focus on decorating and presentation—especially for big Easter setups.
You can even convert cake recipes like lemon pound cake or lemon chiffon cake into cupcakes for a brighter, citrus-forward option. My orange chiffon cake would be a good springtime option, too!
Choose Your Favorite Frostings
The cupcakes in your display don’t all have to match. In fact, variety makes it even more inviting.
You can let guests enjoy different frosting flavors by choosing from this collection:
👉 Favorite Frosting Recipes (perfect for cakes and cupcakes)
Buttercream, whipped frostings, cream cheese—there’s something there for every cupcake style.
Optional Addition for Your Easter Event: Cross-Shaped Sugar Cookies
If you want to add another meaningful element, cross-shaped sugar cookies make a lovely companion to the cupcakes.
These can be:
- Simple cut-out sugar cookies
- Decorated with royal icing or buttercream
- Styled in soft Easter or pastel colors
Making the cookies is simple! Start with a cross cutter and then pipe the different colors (flood consistency) in rings around the cookie, then use a toothpick to "drag" the colors to center. I started with a white heart in the middle of the cross to represent the love of Jesus (lest we forget!)
When you're using this setup for kids, why not carry it a step further and give them a coloring craft to enjoy?
A Final Thought
Easter baking doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful. Sometimes, the most memorable desserts are the ones that invite conversation, reflection, and joy—while still tasting delicious.
If you try this Resurrection Cupcake setup, I’d love to hear how it worked for you.
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