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Easter Basket Treats {that AREN’T candy!}

March 20, 2013

I received some Annie’s treats, but had already planned this Easter basket post! I’ve woven in some of the details and can’t wait to see what you’re able to create!

When I rifled through my cabinets the other day, I found a recyclable bag tucked away filled with candy leftover from Christmas and Valentine’s Day. From school parties, family parties, and the like, the candy is overflowing. We’ve eaten it, used it in desserts and given it away, but frankly, I’m just a bit sick of it. Knowing that Easter is just around the corner, I’m set on NOT filling these baskets with ANY candy and turned to my Facebook page for some suggestions.

Here are some suggestions (thanks, Ashley, Jen, & Becky!):

Playdoh, Bubbles, Bubble Guns, T-shirts, Small cars/trucks, Sidewalk chalk, Jump Rope, Yogurt-Covered Raisins, Bouncy Balls, Kites*, Fruit Snacks, Yogurt Bites, Puffs (for baby), Pinwheels, Squirt Guns.

In our baskets (shh!), I plan to include a DVD for each (special choices that shall be explained later), usually a book or two, and NO CANDY!  The boys enjoy hunting eggs more, so I think that’s the direction we’re headed. In lieu of candy for the eggs, you might consider putting a puzzle piece in each egg and as they find them, they can put the puzzle together!

Jen also suggested Cheddar Cheese Bunnies and I have the PERFECT way to present those in a fun and simple way!

To make the “carrots”, simply fill cone-shaped plastic treat bags with Annie’s Organic Cheddar Bunnies and secure with an elastic band and green ribbon.

Annie's Carrot

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My boys LOVE these bunnies (and how great that they are the perfect shape for Easter!) The best part? They are baked with organic wheat flour and real aged cheddar, low saturated fat, 0g trans fat and NO cholesterol, no sugar added. If you’re like me, you probably already have a box in your kitchen to make into the perfect Easter basket carrots. You might also consider Annie’s Honey Bunny Grahams. They are SO delicious, especially when paired with this Funfetti Cake Batter Dip  – your kids will go crazy for them!

Annie's Cheddar Bunnies

What’s your favorite non-candy basket filler?
*Kites are a must-have in our baskets every year. My late Aunt Joan was such a blessing to our lives and made sure to have kites for us to fly every year. I will never forget spending those Easter holidays with her!

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  1. mrskristi says

    March 20, 2013 at 3:08 pm

    I would love to do a non-candy Easter basket for my kids but mine better have lots of candy haha! This looks great by the way.

    Reply
    • Samantha says

      March 21, 2013 at 2:56 am

      Haha! Thank you! (My boys LOVE candy, I think I’m just over my sweet tooth) 😉

      Reply
  2. kelseyapley says

    March 20, 2013 at 3:47 pm

    So fun, love the idea!!! Never had Annie Products, but they look very yummy!

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    • Samantha says

      March 21, 2013 at 2:58 am

      So delicious – my boys LOVE them!

      Reply
  3. JadeLouise Designs (@JadeLDesigns) says

    March 20, 2013 at 3:50 pm

    Oh I absolutely LOVE Annies Brand snacks! Love them! And so do my kids! They eat them as if they were candy. But they are so much better!

    For our Easter Baskets, I also always include a new tie for the boys or a hair bow for the girls. They love them.

    Reply
    • Samantha says

      March 21, 2013 at 2:59 am

      What a great idea! My boys would LOVE ties – thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  4. Liz Mays says

    March 20, 2013 at 5:34 pm

    You know what? I think my kids would go nuts for these. Thanks!

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    • Samantha says

      March 21, 2013 at 3:00 am

      Enjoy! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  5. stephy says

    March 20, 2013 at 5:35 pm

    I LOVE Annies Brand everyone! Have you had the mac and cheese?? YUM! Now Im hungry! Great post!

    Reply
    • Samantha says

      March 21, 2013 at 3:01 am

      Oh yes….haha! Glad I could get your appetite going!

      Reply
  6. Motherhood on the Rocks says

    March 21, 2013 at 1:50 am

    I’ve never heard of Annie’s Brand. Now I’m going to have to check them out!

    Reply
  7. Samantha says

    March 21, 2013 at 2:59 am

    You’re welcome! Thanks for stopping by!

    Reply

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