Easter is here—time for egg hunts, pastel everything, and way too many chocolate bunnies. But this year feels extra special. It’s our first Easter with a baby, and honestly? I’m way more excited about creating the perfect Easter Baby Menu than I am about decorating eggs.

As a mom to a 9-month-old, I’ve been learning how to keep things fun, simple, and safe when it comes to baby food. So I thought I’d share some easy Easter baby menu ideas for babies at different stages—from just starting solids to full-on food explorers.

Easter Menu for 6-Month-Olds

(Just starting solids)

If your baby is only a few weeks into their solid food journey, Easter isn’t the time to break out a 5-course tasting menu. Stick with simple, safe, and soft—while still embracing springtime flavors.

👉 You don’t need to offer all these options—just choose a couple that work best for your baby and your schedule.

Soft Spoon-Fed Options:

• 🌿 Carrot Purée – Naturally sweet, vibrant, and super easy to digest.
• 🍆 Steamed and mashed peas – Bright, fresh, and great for spoon-feeding.
• 🥑 Avocado mash – Creamy, healthy fats that babies usually love.
• 🌾 Mashed sweet potato with a sprinkle of cinnamon – If you’ve introduced mild spices.

Beginner Finger Foods:

• 🍌 Very ripe banana spears – Soft enough to gum and easy to hold.
• 🍐 Steamed pear slices – Let cool completely for safe handling.
• 🥕 Steamed carrot sticks – Super soft and cut into thick matchsticks.

💡 Festive tip: Use bunny or egg-shaped silicone molds to serve purées in cute shapes. Your baby won’t care, but your camera roll will.

Easter Menu for 9-Month-Olds

(Loves to squish and throw food)

Welcome to the chaos zone. At 9 months, your baby is likely into finger foods and loves touching (or launching) everything. Embrace the mess and focus on textures and colors.

👉 Again, no pressure to offer everything on this list—pick what works and follow your baby’s appetite and cues.

Fun Finger Food Ideas For Easter:

• 🧁 Mini veggie muffins – Try carrot or zucchini, with no added sugar.

• 🍠 Roasted sweet potato wedges – Soft enough for gums, great for gripping.

• 🌿 Pea and mint fritters – Gentle on the tummy, easy to hold.

• 🥚 Boiled egg yolk sliced or mashed – Full of nutrients and easy to mash with avocado or offer in pieces.

• 🥒 Steamed zucchini sticks – Soft and mild in flavor.

Soft Fruits to Serve:

• 🍓 Sliced ripe strawberries – Quartered and soft.
• 🍑 Peach slices – Peeled and very ripe.

Full-Day Easter Menu Example For 9 Month Baby

• Breakfast: 🧁 Mini veggie muffin (like carrot or zucchini)

• Lunch: 🍠 Roasted sweet potato wedges + 🥚 Mashed or sliced boiled egg yolk

• Dinner: 🌿 Pea and mint fritters + 🥒 Steamed zucchini sticks

Bonus Ideas:

• 🍓 Soft sliced strawberries
• 🍑 Very ripe peach slices

Pro Parenting Move: Serve food on a divided plate with bright colors. It’ll feel like an Easter rainbow and maybe—just maybe—keep your baby entertained long enough for a bite.

Easter Menu for 12-Month-Olds

(Wants everything on your plate)

Now that your baby is eating like a mini human (finally!), you can start mirroring some of the family’s festive foods—with small tweaks. Still, keep choking hazards and salt in mind.

• 🥚 Mini spinach and cheese quiches – Soft and yummy.
• 🐰 Bunny-shaped banana pancakes – Fun and sweet without sugar.
• 🥩 Lamb or lentil patties – Packed with iron, easy to chew.
• 🥕 Carrot and apple slaw with yogurt – A light and creamy side.
• 🍓 Fruit salad in egg-shaped cups – Colorful and fun to serve.

Now your little foodie wants everything on your plate. Let them feel included with meals that mirror the family’s Easter feast—just baby-style.

Full-Day Easter Menu Example for 12 Months Babies:

• Breakfast: 🐰 Bunny-shaped banana pancakes
• Lunch: 🥩 Mini lamb or lentil patties + 🥕 Carrot and apple slaw with yogurt dressing
• Dinner: 🥚 Mini spinach and cheese quiche + 🍓 Colorful fruit salad

Snacks:

• 🥒 Soft veggie sticks with hummus dip
• 🍌 Banana rounds with yogurt and berries

Fun Twist: Serve snack pieces in reusable plastic eggs for a baby-friendly “Easter egg hunt.”

Cute & Quick Easter Snacks for Kids

Need something fast and festive?

• 🐰 Banana bunny bites – Banana rounds with yogurt and blueberry “noses.”
• 🥕 Carrot hummus – Smooth and sweet, great with soft veggie dippers.
• 🥚 Avocado deviled eggs – Use mashed avocado instead of mayo.

More recipe ideas:

Easter with a baby isn’t about a perfect meal—it’s about making memories. So if your baby smears avocado all over their face or thinks the spoon is a toy, just laugh. You’re starting sweet traditions and helping your little one love food.

Have a happy, silly, and delicious Easter! 🐣🌸💛

Easter Baby FAQs 👶

Can my 6-month-old eat Easter eggs?
Yes, if you’ve introduced eggs. But skip the chocolate ones—stick with mashed yolk.

What if my baby has allergies?
There are easy swaps: plant-based yogurt, egg-free pancakes, and lentil patties.

How do I make Easter fun without sweets?
Use shapes, colors, and textures. Bunny pancakes and fruit rainbows are just as fun!

Can my 12-month-old eat what we eat?
Yes—with a few changes. Skip salt, sugar, honey, and anything that could be a choking hazard.