Easter is all about joyful moments—family brunch, sunny egg hunts, and, yes, custom Easter baskets filled with goodies. If you’re looking to cut back on ultra-processed treats this Easter, there are plenty of ways to add color, flavor, and fun using wholesome ingredients. Whether you’re shopping for kids, food lovers, or wellness-minded friends, check out our favorite ways to include treats that feel thoughtful and wholesome.
Starting With a Healthy Base: Little Red Wagon Granola
Every Easter basket needs a solid base—and no, we don’t mean plastic grass. We may be partial, but Little Red Wagon Granola is the perfect place to start your basket. It’s subtly sweet, small-batch, and totally craveable. Crafted the old-fashioned way, our granola features real ingredients you know and love. Scoop individual servings into mason jars or clear bags tied with ribbon for a ready-to-gift treat.
Dried Fruit – Nature’s Candy
Dried fruits offer a sweet touch without the added sugars of traditional Easter candy. Freeze dried strawberries are a favorite in our house! You can also consider apricots, cranberries, mango slices, and apple chips, which provide a range of colors and tastes. They’re beautiful on their own or even blended into a kid-friendly trail mix.
Indulge in Some Chocolate
No Easter basket is complete without some chocolate. If you have any dark chocolate fans, include a small dark chocolate bunny or dark chocolate covered almonds. For the milk chocolate fans, there are great chocolate options made with simpler ingredients, chocolate-covered nuts, or even fun-size treats without all the extra additives. Some chocolates already come in festive wrappers this time of year, or you could add colorful foil to personalize them.
Homemade Delights
Homemade snacks add a personal touch to baskets, and you can control what goes in—and what doesn’t. Try baking mini cookies with Little Red Wagon Granol or craft a custom trail mix with nuts, dried fruit, and a few chocolate chips. It’s an easy way to add a personal touch without spending hours in the kitchen. You could also get kids involved and create a “bake-with-me” Easter moment that’s just as sweet as what you’re making.
Make Your Custom Easter Baskets Stand Out
To pull it all together, we recommend choosing a thoughtful basket for the recipient. For kids, try a colorful pail they can reuse for egg hunts. For adults, go with a woven basket or simple gift box with neutral tones. Add your goodies, and layer the bottom with festive Easter grass or shredded colored paper.
The next time you’re crafting an Easter surprise, consider these creative tips to make your gift both memorable and enjoyable for everyone. With wholesome snacks that are equally as yummy and indulgent, your custom Easter baskets will be the highlight of anyone’s holiday.
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