Beyond-candy Easter basket fillers — toys, books, and treats for kids and adults that make the holiday extra special.
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| Product | Best For | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEGO Creator 3-in-1 White Rabbit Building SetLEGO | If they like building things, this works great—three different models from one set, so there's actually something to do for more than a few minutes. Beats candy and takes up less space in a basket too. | $19.99 | — |
| Squishmallow 10-Inch Bunny PlushJazwares | A soft plush bunny that actually gets loved instead of shoved in a closet. Works great for Easter baskets, and kids genuinely want to keep it around because it's the right size to actually cuddle without being annoying about it. | $24.99 | — |
| Leziazany Easter BasketLeziazany | Skip the candy overload and grab one that's actually useful. It comes pre-filled with a mix of toys and treats that work for both kids and adults, so you're not stuck putting it together yourself. | $6.99 | — |
LEGO
If they like building things, this works great—three different models from one set, so there's actually something to do for more than a few minutes. Beats candy and takes up less space in a basket too.
Jazwares
A soft plush bunny that actually gets loved instead of shoved in a closet. Works great for Easter baskets, and kids genuinely want to keep it around because it's the right size to actually cuddle without being annoying about it.
Leziazany
Skip the candy overload and grab one that's actually useful. It comes pre-filled with a mix of toys and treats that work for both kids and adults, so you're not stuck putting it together yourself.
Lindt
These chocolate carrots are a step up from standard Easter candy. They're fun enough for kids to actually want, but rich enough that adults won't feel silly eating them either.
Anker
If someone you know is always running low on battery, this compact power bank actually fits in a pocket. Handy for road trips, long family dinners, or just getting through the day without hunting for an outlet.
The Woobles
Your person will actually use this to learn crochet, then make their own stuff to give away. It's one of those rare kits where they'll genuinely want to finish the project.
GUND
If you loved Peter Rabbit as a kid, this plush hits different. Soft enough that both your child and you will want to hold onto it.
JBL
If your kid's always got something playing, these lightweight headphones actually fit small heads without slipping off. The volume caps out at 85dB so you're not wrecking their hearing, and they come in enough colors that they'll probably want to wear them.
Seckton
Let your kids snap their own photos without you holding your breath every time they pick it up. The silicone bumper keeps it from breaking if (when) they drop it.
Fat Brains Toy Co
Your kid gets a puzzle game that actually holds their attention, and the nice part is you can play it with them since it scales across ages. Solid quiet-time option.
Generic
Great for anyone who actually uses a speaker outside—pool days, hikes, whatever. Waterproof, wireless, and won't die after two hours.
Generic
A lip balm that shifts color based on your pH is a nice touch if you're buying for someone who likes small, unexpected details. They get their own unique shade every time they apply it.
Generic
Give someone something to squeeze when they're stressed or bored. It's weird in the best way—squishy, satisfying, and honestly more fun to mess with than most desk toys.
Generic
Your recipient gets to actually make something with people they care about, which beats sitting around with candy. Makes matching bracelets that stick around longer than Easter anyway.
Generic
Let them skip the candy crash and get outside instead. Hours of creative play without the sugar crash, and you'll probably end up enjoying it as much as they do.
Generic
Give something that actually keeps kids busy without the sugar crash. Bubbles work for basically any age and slip easily into baskets, making them one of those gifts that somehow still feels special.
Generic
Give them something to actually do on Easter instead of a sugar crash. Hours of quiet time while they make stuff, and you get some peace too.
Various
A better alternative to another chocolate bunny. Kids actually want to read this one more than once, and it won't put you to sleep when you're reading it aloud.
Generic
Skip buying new balloons every summer. These reusable ones mean endless water fights without the trash cleanup afterward.
Schleich
Whether you're buying for a kid who collects them or someone just getting into imaginative play, these figurines are detailed enough to actually hold attention. Plus they're small enough to fit in basically any gift bag.
Jazwares
If your kid loves Hello Kitty, this plush is a solid Easter basket swap for the usual candy haul—cute enough they'll actually want to keep it around.
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