The 43 Best Easter Candies Of 2023
These are so much better than plain ol' chocolate bunnies.
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It's that time of year, when pastel-colored, candy-coated eggs and bright yellow, soft, and squishy marshmallow birds fill the aisles of grocery stores. It's all destined for Easter baskets and plastic eggs to be secreted around houses and yards for kiddos to unearth.
Eggs and bunnies have for centuries been symbols of rebirth and fertility, so it makes sense that over time they became connected to Easter, the Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus. The specific practice of exchanging dyed eggs came about in the 13th century, when Edward I of England had 450 eggs dyed, covered in gold leaf, and distributed amongst the "royal entourage." Residents of 13th-century English villages would also bring Easter eggs to their manorial lords and church each year as a special gift. It wasn't until the late 19th and 20th century, however, when Easter eggs were primarily given to children, a side effect of the Victorian era's emphasis on family life.
So how did candy become an Easter thing? From ancient times until present day, it's common during Lent give up not only sweets, but all meat and animal products. The arrival of Easter means a lifting of these restrictions, which has turned the holiday into a celebration of food, especially sweets! Now, Easter is the third biggest holiday for candy sales in the U.S. behind Halloween and Christmas.
We've compiled a list of all the best Easter candies that you absolutely have to have in your basket this year. Some are returning favorites, like Reese's Peanut Butter Eggs, a total classic. Some are brand-spanking new—hello vanilla frosting Hershey's Kisses! And others should just straight-up be in the candy hall of fame. Looking at you, Peeps. But one thing's for sure: You definitely need these Easter candies in your basket this year.
Your favorite frosted cookies now come in springtime shapes like ducks, bunnies, butterflies, and chicks—just in time for the Easter holiday. Plus, the bag is resealable so you can save them for later.
These petite eggs are the perfect size to fill plastic eggs. Plus, they make an excellent mid-Easter egg hunt snack!
A new addition to the Hershey's Easter lineup this year, the Cookies 'n' Creme bunny is a creamy white color and covered in pastel polka dots. We can't think of anything more on theme. Plus, it's a nice change from the traditional chocolate bunny.
These chocolate eggs are stuffed with Oreo creme and cookie pieces, making this an Easter candy anyone would be thrilled to have in their basket. Fair warning: You will not want to share these. "I'm not ashamed to admit, I WILL NOT SHARE THESE," one reviewer said. "Not even with my kids."
Hershey's KISSES Milk Chocolate and Vanilla Frosting Flavored Creme
Is there anything more spring-y than pastel and plaid? Inside their super cute wrappers, these kisses are filled with a vanilla frosting that's downright addictive. "We all enjoyed them so much so that we ate about 75 percent of a 9 ounce bag within minutes of opening," one reviewer said. "You can really taste the vanilla frosting flavor, and it pairs perfectly with Hershey's chocolate."
Can't choose between white creme and milk chocolate eggs? Here you get both in one big bag. These are a classic Easter candy—some people even swear they are better than original Reese's cups.
Why waste time filling up eggs yourself? These are already full of delicious candy, so all you have to do is hide them. Is it any wonder why so many parents love them so much?
There's a new shape in town, and we're totally here for it. After all, you can't have an Easter bunny without a carrot, right? Reviewers warn they can be addictive.
Skip the marshmallows and basic candy bunnies to make something the whole family will actually enjoy: Your own Rice Krispies Treats bunny, courtesy of this kit's included bunny-shaped mold. Each kit comes with icing and jelly beans for decoration.
These chocolate eggs pack all the flavor and crunch of a typical Butterfinger candy bar. Fans love them for their small size and buttery crunch, some even saying they are better than Easter ham! For those true chocolate lovers, Ferrero makes them in Crunch form, too.
O.K., hear us out: These Cheetos candies are actually fire. Covered in sugar and cinnamon spice, these addictive puffs are a fantastic change from the standard chocolate bunnies and candy eggs.
We mean... how cute are these little guys? Not only is the packaging absolutely adorable with its pastel hues of green, blue, yellow, and pink, but parents love them for their mini size—perfect for little hands.
If you crave nostalgia, these Robin Eggs are perfect for you. They've been around since the 1940s, and people love them for their cute decorative look, crunchy outer shell, and creamy center. Great on their own, but better baked into some cookies!
The cake flavor you know and love in springy pastels. It is adored by Funfetti lovers for bringing a fresh, seasonal look to a classic.
These sour-then-sweet Sour Patch Kids, now a slightly softer form and packed into an Easter egg, mean your Easter egg hunt just got THAT much better.
Will Kinder Joy ever disappoint? Not according to the reviewers. Some folks even use them as rewards for their little ones! If you don't feel like filling a million plastic eggs with coins and candy, these toy-filled chocolate bites make the easiest Easter egg hunt ever.
Sour Patch Jelly Beans have been an Easter thing for years, but 2021 blessed us with Sour Patch Watermelon Jelly Beans. They're back this year for the spring season, but fair warning: Fans say they can be quite addictive, no matter your age.
These are not your average jelly beans. Each comes in an iced coffee flavor straight from the drive-through, like French vanilla, mocha, caramel latte, and hazelnut. Fans say the flavors are authentically Dunkin'!
Let's face it: Reese's eggs are the BEST. Load up on your fave Easter candy with this truly enormous bag from Sam's Club. You 60 candies, which equals a whole lot of holiday joy. It's a fan favorite for a reason, the reason being the thinner chocolate coating allows the peanut butter filling to shine.
Two of the best Easter candies in one pack? You can't go wrong with this box, which contains 16 Reese's Eggs and Cadbury Cream Eggs, two totally classic springtime candies.
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