Shopping: Easter Treats For Kids

This year, Easter falls on March 27–which means that now is the perfect time to start laying the ground for the perfect egg hunt bountiful baskets of treats for your little ones. Whether the holiday means a big family gathering, a faith-based service, a celebration of springtime, or any combination thereof, it’s often a lovely opportunity to give the kids in the family a day of delight.

Our top picks for Easter treats–from adorable decor pieces to the yummiest sweets–are sure to usher in springtime and put big smiles on the faces of little ones of all ages!

Lock and Key Confectionery Speckled Egg Chocolates from Terrain
Chocolate eggs have long been a staple of Easter baskets everywhere, but these beauties--from Anthropologie's sister-shop Terrain--take it to the next level. Speckled with chocolate and edible gold, we wouldn't be surprised if these sweet robin's eggs made an appearance in mom and dad's baskets as well. $10, shopterrain.com
Pottery Barn Kids Glitter Golden Egg
Go glittery for Easter this year with this sparkler from Pottery Barn kids! This glam egg can be filled with treats of your choice, and then reused next year (or handed down to loved ones with younger kids). $7.50, potterybarnkids.com
Bunny Ears Headband from Anthropologie
Part Easter costume, part garden party princess swag, this Bunny Ears Headband (with two color options) available from Anthropologie (so mom can do some shopping for herself under the guide of picking up Easter basket fillers) is the ultimate finishing touch for your little girl's Easter ensemble. $24, anthropologie.com
Les Amis Lamb - Medium from giggle
Bunnies tend to hog the spotlight when it comes to Easter--but there are plenty of other baby animals that need love as well. Case in point: This super-soft lamb toy (adorably named Vanille), available locally at giggle stores. This sweeties comes packed in a gift box, personalized with a delicate ribbon and a portrait of Vanille herself! $30, giggle.com
20pc Compartes Easter Peep BonBons
California-based Compartes is known for their avant garde confections--and these limited edition truffles are no exception. Emblazoned with a special Peeps print to match a mouth-watering rainbow of marshmallows inside, this set of 20 bon-bons is sure to delight. compartes.com
Coral & Tusk Spring Celebration Tooth Fairy Treasure Pillow Set
Complete with surprise pockets and oh-so-precious baby animal embroidery, Coral & Tusk's treasure pillow (made from 100 percent natural linen) make for a lovely Easter gift for all ages. $44 each; $158 for set of four; coralandtusk.com
Stella McCartney Kids Cream Bunny Body All-In-One
Celebrating baby's first Easter? Suit them up in this dreamy cotton-cashmere onesie from Stella McCartney kids! Not only is there a cute bunny design on the back, but this little jumper actually has a fluffy cottontail as well. $95, stellamccartney.com
Holztiger Rabbit from Norman & Jules
Hoppin' around Park Slope, Brooklyn, as you hunt for Easter goodies? Head to beloved toy store Norman & Jules to snap up this lovely rabbit. Handmade from solid Maple wood and painted by hand using non-toxic, natural, water-based stains, this cute critter is the perfect pick for little ones ages 3 and up. $9.50, normanandjules.com
Dylan's Candy Bar Easter 2016 Jelly Beans Bark
NYC's own Dylan's Candy bar knows how to celebrate just about every holiday in the sweetest way--and this white chocolate bark packed with colorful jelly beans proves that fact in the tastiest way! $12, dylanscandybar.com
Maileg Tin Easter Egg, Flowers from My Sweet Muffin
Danish toy maker Maileg is celebrating spring with delightful tin Easter eggs! These eggs are easy to fill with treats and feature lovely floral patterns on their exterior--making them a great option for a Sunday brunch centerpiece as well! $9, mysweetmuffin.com
Vineyard Vines Boys Bunny & Egg Bow Tie
Dress your dapper little dude (age 3-10) in pastel hues for Easter with this special silk bow tie from the prepsters at Vineyard Vines! The festive pink color is sure make your kiddo the best dressed at the egg hunt. $45, vineyardvines.com
Studio Delle Alpi Bunny Pull Toy from ABC Carpet & Home
Handcrafted in Italy with eco-friendly materials (and no screws or glue) this pull toy bunny is sure to keep your little ones (ages 3-5, ideally) entertained long after the Easter bunny has come and gone! Plus, it's available locally at ABC Carpet & Home. $65, abchome.com
Meri Meri Easter Cupcake Kit from Land of Nod
Bring your kiddos into the Easter prep process by presenting them with this cupcake decorating kit, available from Land of Nod! The kit includes 24 cupcake liners and toppers (Easter bunnies and spring flowers) in seasonal pastel hues. $13, landofnod.com
Grey Felt Bunny Pouch from the Paper Source
There's no rule that Easter gifts need be all pastel! This jaunty green-and-grey bunny pouch from the Paper Source proves that hoppily! Stuff this cutie with candy and add to any Easter basket for a pop of bright kelly green! $4.95, papersource.com
Mini Boden Country Show Skirt, Soft Navy Bunnies
You can never have enough bunnies when it comes to Easter dressing! This cotton circle skirt from Mini Boden is appliqued with darling little bunnies and embroidered with accompanying carrots. It's 100 percent cotton and ever-so-cute! $54.50, bodenusa.com
Tattyoo Temporary Art Tattoo - Mon Peluche from Perfectly Smitten
In search of a unique activity for the kids to get up to post egg hunt (aka: while mom and dad finish up their Easter mimosas)? Try a temporary tattoo session featuring this bunny-tastic design (by artist Shinzi Katoh) from Tattyoo! Printed in the USA with FDA certified ingredients, each pack contains two sheets and is suitable for children from age 3. $7.50, perfectlysmitten.com
CuRious Candy Large Moss Gift Basket
Add some edge to the Easter festivities with a gift basket from NYC mom and designer Cynthia Rowley and her CuRious Candy store in the West Village. The unique mossy basket comes packed with a cotton candy bouquet, cookies and cream popcorn tin, salted peanut chocolate bar, a box of assorted chocolates, and mini surprise ball. $75, curiouscandy.com
Sam & Haas Silver Easter Bunny Bracelet from Estella NYC
Dutch brand Sam & Haas was founded by three moms who had a dream of creating age-appropriate and ethically sourced jewelry for kids--and their latest offering (available locally from Estella NYC) delivers this vision beautifully. Made of fair-trade silver and featuring a fluffy cotton tail and adjustable pastel yellow string, this bunny-bedecked bracelet is great Easter basket alternative to candy and stuffed animals. $81, estella-nyc.com
Oeuf NYC Animal Hoodie-Slate Bunny
Made in Peru from 100 percent baby alpaca wool, this super-soft hoodie is sure to be a hit with your tot long after the egg hunt has concluded. Festive bunny ears add a seasonal sense of fun. $98.40, oeufnyc.com
Kate Spade New York Zodiac Spirit Animals Rabbit Pendant
Allow your tween or teenage daughter add some sparkle to her Easter look with this hoppin' pendant necklace from Kate Spade New York! The rabbit charm is made from 12-karat gold plated metal and faux pearl and glass stones. $78, katespade.com
EMU Australia Rabbit Ballet
Dress your Easter princess in these cute-and-comfy kicks from EMU Australia and watch her skip with delight all through the spring! $49.95, emuaustralia.com