The Ultimate Guide to Easter Candy for Easter Egg Hunts
Easter is one of those holidays that brings back all the best childhood memories—colorful baskets, egg hunts, and all the sweet treats. Now, as parents, we're doing our best to create those magical moments while also managing the sheer volume of candy that comes with the holiday. And let’s be honest, Pinterest has made Easter expectations a little over the top even though we all LOVE Pinterest.
Between shopping for Easter baskets, decorating the outside of your house with a festive Easter wreath, and planning the perfect Easter outfit, adding one more thing to your to-do list can feel overwhelming.
So, I put together this guide to help make Easter a little easier. Whether you're looking for the best Easter candy, fun alternatives for egg fillers, or pre-filled eggs that save you time, I’ve got you covered. And the best part? You can add everything to your Amazon cart—no need to step foot in a store.
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Candy That Will Fit Inside Easter Eggs
Not all candy is the right size for an Easter egg hunt. Here are the best mini treats that fit inside standard plastic eggs:
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Non Candy Pre-Filled Easter Eggs
If you don’t have time to fill dozens of Easter eggs yourself, pre-filled eggs are the easiest solution. They come packed with everything from mini stuffies to slime which kids love. I opted for non-candy pre-filled eggs. You can use these to cut down on the amount of candy your kids are getting.
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My Favorite Easter Candy
As an adult, it's important that we include our Easter favorites so that when we're sneaking candy from our kids, we have good choices. Whether it's a nostalgic treat from childhood or something a little more grown-up, these are my top picks that make Easter just as fun for us. Spoiler alert: Cadbury Cream Eggs are my #1.
And if you haven’t seen the Jimmy Kimmel "I Ate Your Halloween Candy" joke, you must watch this—it’s hilarious! They need an Easter Candy addition.
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Giant Show-Stopping Candy for a Wow Effect
If you want to create a core memory for kids, add one giant candy item to the Easter egg hunt. One year when I was in second grade, I found a giant Hershey Kiss in the microwave, and I'll never forget it, it was magical.
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Adding a Little Easter Magic
Beyond candy and egg hunts, adding a few extra touches can make Easter morning even more special.
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Easter Egg Dying Kits & Trends
Dyeing eggs is a favorite Easter tradition, but it’s easy to forget the little details. This will often happen on a weekday a few days before Easter, so plan to have the egg dying setup ready for when your kids get home from school and make a quick, easy dinner that night to make life easier.
When to dye Easter eggs – A day or two before Easter is best. You need to hard boil and cool the eggs. I use this rapid egg cooker to hard boil my eggs—it makes it really easy. Do this the day before dying.
How to store dyed eggs – Keep them in the fridge if you plan to hide them. Do this early the morning before your kids wake up if you can. Hard-boiled eggs should be eaten within a few hours if left out of the fridge.
How to avoid the rotten egg disaster – Count how many eggs you hide and make sure you recover them all!
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Of course, no Easter is complete without a well-stocked basket. Whether you’re putting together a first Easter basket for a baby, a grade school kid's Easter basket, or something in between, you can shop Easter baskets and customize them to fit your family’s traditions.
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Hide the Candy in Unusual Places
One way to make the Easter egg hunt last longer is by hiding eggs in unexpected places, so kids keep discovering them days later. I also love making a scavenger hunt to lead Ryder (my son) to his easter basket. Some fun hiding spots:
Inside the microwave
On top of picture frames
Inside shoes
Tucked into couch cushions
High shelves or behind books
Just make sure you’re only using plastic eggs in these spots—no hard-boiled eggs hidden in places you’ll forget!
Easter Dresses & Nails
Easter can be a ton of work, and moms want to look as cute as the kids. I've put together an Easter dress and Easter nails shopping guide to help you look holiday-ready.
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What to Do with All That Easter Candy
Once the egg hunt is over, you might find yourself staring at a mountain of candy, wondering how to handle the sugar overload. A fun approach is to introduce "The Easter Bunny Swap"—just like the Halloween Switch Witch, kids can trade some of their candy for a small toy, book, or fun activity.
Another simple trick? Out of sight, out of mind. Store the candy somewhere your kids can’t reach and hand out one or two pieces a day. This helps keep sugar intake in check while still letting them enjoy their treats.
The American Heart Association recommends that kids ages 2 to 18 consume less than 25 grams (about six teaspoons) of added sugar per day, but many children eat far more. Too much sugar can lead to energy crashes, mood swings, and, of course, extra trips to the dentist. Instead of letting them overindulge all at once, spread it out over time or incorporate the candy into baking projects like M&M cookies or chocolate-filled brownies. Check out my Pinterest Easter Candy board for some fun easter candy recipes.
Or, if you're really looking to cut back, consider donating extra treats to a local charity, community group, or care package program. However you handle it, a little planning makes Easter just as fun—without the sugar overload!
Easter should be fun, not stressful. Whether you go big with candy, pre-filled eggs, and magic tricks or keep it simple with non-candy treats and easy decorations, the goal is to create a special day for your family. And with everything just a click away on Amazon, you can spend less time stressing and more time making memories.
