Kids’ eyes light up on Easter morning when they spot their colorful baskets brimming with goodies...and a serious sugar rush. But what if you could create the same excitement for them without the artificial dyes, high-fructose corn syrup and tummy aches? Good news: you totally can!
We’ve rounded up our favorite tips for building a better Easter basket that’s just as festive and fun, packed with delicious treats and a few easy, homemade recipes you can feel good about.
Store-bought treats:
Skip the traditional sugar bombs and opt for these cleaner, naturally sweetened options instead.
Better-for-you candy:
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Oobli Milk Chocolate — Low sugar, high fiber and sweetened with groundbreaking sweet proteins in four different flavors.
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SmartSweets gummies and candy – Shop their Easter collection that’s sweetened with plant-based stevia.
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UNREAL chocolate and peanut butter cups – Dye-free and made with real ingredients.
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YumEarth Organic jelly beans and fruit pops – Naturally flavored and free from top allergens.
Naturally fruity snacks:
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Soley: organic fruit gummies – Made with whole fruit, free from added sugars and artificial coloring.
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That’s It fruit bars – Just fruit. No added sugar, perfect for all ages.
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Organic applesauce pouches - Mess-free and toddler-approved!
Snack packs & crunchy treats:
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Annie’s Bunny Grahams – Organic and on theme for Easter.
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Simple Mills Cookies – Made with almond flour and sweetened with coconut sugar.
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Nature’s Garden trail mix snack packs – Full of nuts and dried fruit for a low-sugar treat.
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Lesser Evil organic popcorn snack packs – Light, crunchy, and seasoned with Himalayan salt.
Easy homemade treats
Want to add a homemade touch? These easy recipes are fun to make with kids, perfect for packing baskets and can be made with natural or no added sweeteners.
No bake carrot cake bites – naturally sweetened, rich in healthy fats and ready in 30 mins.
Maple-sweetened banana muffins – Simple ingredients and whole grains make these muffins fluffy and moist.
Homemade fruit leather – Use your favorite fruit to make this easier-than-expected treat.
With a little planning, your Easter basket can be just as sweet, only healthier. Best of all? You’ll feel great knowing your little ones are enjoying treats that are full of flavor, not fillers.
