50 Candy-Free Easter Basket Ideas

I really do love Easter, but I struggle with candy-free Easter basket ideas. The brunches, powerful sermons, the unbelievably cute Easter dresses, and of course the candy and Easter baskets. My daughter is 16 months old. She doesn’t eat candy and really doesn’t understand the concept of the Easter Bunny bringing and hiding chocolate eggs, jelly beans, and trinkets.

In fact, the entire “Easter Bunny” thing kind of creeps me out. A giant bunny comes into your house, lays eggs, and hides them? What in the world does that have to do with the true meaning of Easter? I digress…

If you peruse the stores, you’ll see a collection of pre-made Easter baskets full of stuffed animals, candy, cheap toys, and giant chocolate bunnies. I’m not dissing on the convenience of these baskets, but I’d rather get presents that are practical and worth investing in. Especially something that doesn’t contain junk or candy that my daughter will choke on or will ultimately end up in the trash. Plus, it’s a perfect excuse to stock up on some spring and summer supplies!

For Inside:

  • Bath crayons or toys
  • Water color paint set
  • Finger puppets
  • Easter-themed movie
  • Rubber stamps or craft kits
  • Summer-y hair accessories
  • Lego set or building blocks
  • Kids’ lawn chairs
  • Teepee or kid-sized tent
  • Movie tickets
  • Beads, string, or trinkets (for friendship bracelets)
  • Tea Set
  • Baby’s First Bible
  • Non-toxic nail polish
  • Play-dough set
  • Magnetic letters or learning games
  • Small dolls or action figures
  • Board games
  • Temporary tattoos or stickers
  • Puzzles

For Outside:

Essentials:

  • Summer clothes – swimsuits included!
  • Sippy cups or water bottles
  • Piggy bank
  • Hair bows or accessories
  • Swim Diapers or Pull Ups
  • Big kid underwear
  • Books (Easter-themed)
  • Bath foam or bubble bath
  • New plate set
  • Potty chair or toilet seat
  • Toothbrush
  • New pajamas
  • Sunscreen or insect repellent
  • New shoes or flip flops
  • Fruit snacks, fruit cups, puffs, raisins, Teddy Grahams, Goldfish, yogurt bites, or dried fruit

What other non-candy Easter gifts have you given your little ones?

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