With Easter fast approaching, make this year’s holiday one your family will remember by going all out with these creative Easter basket ideas before the Easter Bunny arrives.
The tradition of giving Easter baskets goes back centuries. Today, baskets filled with chocolate bunnies, decor and goodies are shared with loved ones.
We’ve rounded up the best Easter egg baskets in New Zealand. For filling ideas, check out our curated Easter basket list with sweet, savoury treats and thoughtful gifts beyond chocolate eggs.
The best Easter baskets to shop now
What typically goes into an Easter basket?
Easter Basket staples include scrumptious Easter eggs, hot cross buns, Easter baking (these dark chocolate Easter truffles are a must), or something special to show them you care.
The great thing about Easter baskets is that they can be filled to the brim with anything the receiver loves.
What can I include in Easter baskets for kids?
Easter eggs, craft supplies, books, toys and bunny slippers are popular gift ideas to put in an Easter basket for kids. This Easter, here are the items we’re loading our baskets with:
- Paint Your Own Easter Kit, $7.00 (usually $10.00), at Spotlight
- Glitter Mini Eggs, $4.20 (usually $6.00), at Spotlight
- Easter Bunny Nose, $4.90 (usually $7.00), at Spotlight
- Kids’ Bunny Slippers, $14.00, at The Warehouse
- Bugs Bunny, $69.99, at Lego
- Cute Bunny, $34.99, at Lego
What can I put in an Easter egg basket for an adult?
While adults love chocolate eggs too, Easter-themed decor, baking tools, and cosy slippers (for cooler weather), are ideal for the long weekend. Here are some of our favourite goodies to include in baskets for friends, family and loved ones:
- Gingham Carrot Bunting, $8.40 (usually $12.00), at Spotlight
- Easter Cookie Cutters, $5.60 (usually $8.00), at Spotlight
- Easter Wreath, $14.00 (usually $20.00), at Spotlight
- Plush Fur Slipper, $17.49 (usually $34.99 ) at Cotton On
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