The Best Easter Basket Ideas for Adults
Updated: Apr. 06, 2024
The latest TikTok trend? Easter baskets for adults. Show a little love to your partner, grown-up kids, friends or family with these sweet care package surprises.
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I’m a firm believer that holidays aren’t just for kids. Of course, little ones deserve a great deal of holiday magic—but so do adults! And I’m not alone in this sentiment. Just search TikTok for phrases like “boo basket” or “brr basket” and you’ll find a whole host of adults creating meaningful care packages for their friends and significant others.Â
So, when Easter rolls around on Sunday, March 31 this year, celebrate the adults in your life with a good ‘ol Easter basket. Of course, you can make your own—filled to the brim with Easter candy and Easter gifts for adults. But if you’re short on time or shopping for a long-distance loved one, consider a premade basket instead.Â
We scoured the internet for themed gifts packed with delicious eats, sweet treats and even an adult beverage or two. (Don’t tell the bunny.) Our picks come from brands we trust, many of which Taste of Home editors personally tested. Now, hop to it!
FOR THE ULTIMATE EASTER BUNNY
Ultimate Easter Wine and Chocolate Tower
Mini Bundt cakes? Check. Fresh fruit? Yep. Sweets and snacks galore? Mh-mm. When we say this massive adult Easter basket has a little bit of everything, we mean it. Heck, there’s even a bottle of white wine and a cuddly plush rabbit.
I tested this basket and was blown away by the variety, quality and packaging. The Bundt cakes were very moist—if not a little too sweet—and the fruit arrived without bruises or blemishes. The stuffed rabbit was stunning, not at all like the carnival-quality toy I was expecting. Other standouts were the sourdough crackers and lemon cooler cookies. This is a great option to gift a family with adult children or an of-age college kid. After all, there’s plenty to share.
FOR THE ONE WHO NEEDS SOME R&R
Sending Hugs Gift Basket
Sure, it’s a spring holiday. But Easter weather can still be chilly. (Oftentimes there’s still snow on the ground here at Taste of Home’s Wisconsin HQ.) Help your best bunny stay warm with this Easter gift box stocked with a blanket, mug, candle, gourmet candy and other cozy surprises. We love the elevated look of this Easter care package and the fact that it ships directly to your loved one’s door.
For the Snacker
Easter Family Snack Box
Sweet meets savory inside this gourmet Easter snack box laden with over 4 pounds of goodies. There’s something for everyone! Dig into cheese and crackers, sesame sticks, two types of cookies, pineapple relish, four types of Easter candy, almonds and dried fruit. It even comes with a set of Harry & David’s iconic Royal Rivera Pears. (I tried these pears while testing Christmas gift baskets and can confirm—they’re worth the hype.)
For Your Gal Pal
Thinking of You Gift Basket
One thing’s certain: She’ll smile when this sweet “thinking of you” gift basket shows up on her doorstep. It’s laden with sweet sentiments, including a glass tea infuser, confetti cookies, tea, granola bites and a candle. Even better? Everything is tightly packed inside a darling basket that doubles as a purse.
I tested this basket and think it makes a sweet Easter surprise for mom, grandma or a long-distance BFF. While on the pricey side, every product is truly gourmet. The food finds especially go beyond basic grocery store fare. And they’re tasty, too. I ate the confetti cookies in one sitting—they’re that good!
FOR THE EXTRA-SWEET TOOTH
Pastel Sweets Crate
Have a honey bunny with a massive sweet tooth? Don’t sleep on this gorgeous Olive & Cocoa crate packed with a mix of treats. Choose from three sizes—petite, medium or large—and indulge in bunny cookies, caramel popcorn, chocolate-covered pretzels, chocolate raspberry jelly sticks and cotton candy taffy. The medium and large sizes offer even more sweets. Plus, in our testing, we’ve found Olive & Cocoa lives up to the hype. Their confections taste like they come directly from a local candy shop.
FOR THE CAFFEINE FIEND
Cookies & Coffee Bundle
If you have little ones who wake up at the crack of dawn to hunt for their basket, the best gift you can give your partner (or, let’s be real, yourself) is this cookies and coffee bundle from renowned New York bakery, Levain. I’m not even exaggerating when I say these cookies changed my life. And the 12-ounce bag of accompanying coffee is just what you need to perk up in time for the egg hunt.Â
FOR THE BRUNCH HOST
Easter Gift Basket
Skipping the prep work and going straight to eating? Talk about an Easter miracle! The foodie in your life will love this brunch basket packed with English muffins and strawberry preserves, blueberry loaf cake, festive Belgian waffles, mini malt eggs and a frosted cookie. Pair it with some dyed Easter eggs for a no-fuss meal.
FOR THE KID AT HEART
Art CoCo Foil-Wrapped Chocolate Egg with Dinosaurs
I am 28 years old, and I’d still love to unwrap this giant chocolate egg stuffed with chocolate dinosaurs. It’s perfect for Jurassic Park fans or anyone who’s healing their inner child. Plus, with a $25 price tag, it’s one of the cheapest options on our list. We won’t judge if you eat it all in one go and spoil your appetite for Easter dinner.
FOR THE TEA DRINKER
Jardin Gift Set
If your recipient always keeps a piping hot cup of tea within reach, there’s a good chance they’ll love this pretty pink Tea Forte set, a gift for tea lovers that suits both Easter and the every day. Gourmet pyramid tea infusers, a pink cafe cup and a rosy tea tray are packed in a box that’s so pretty, they’ll forget it’s not a basket. I’ve been a Tea Forte fan for years, and the brand’s gorgeous presentation and robust flavors create an enriching tea experience.
FOR YOUR BEE-ST FRIEND
The Bee’s Knees Package
Themed Easter baskets are the best Easter baskets. And this bee-utiful option is one of the best we’ve seen. They’ll love hunting for a bee-themed mug, sunshine tea, a journal and pen, bee puzzle, cookies, greeting card and, of course, honey. Plus, there are options to add on even more goodies, like a cozy blanket, lavender candle or eye mask. This one’s worth the buzz!
FOR THE FLOWER QUEEN
Country Basket Blooms
If they’re not big on sweets or stuff, send a basket full of Easter blooms. Available in three sizes—regular, deluxe or premium—this Easter gift will instantly transport the recipient to a warm, sunny day. While exact flowers vary by availability, expect to find snapdragons, mini carnations, alstroemeria, asters, Gerbera daisies and butterfly picks nestled inside a woven basket.Â
FOR THE VINO LOVER
California Wine Duo Gift Set
Kicking back on the porch with a glass of wine and a charcuterie board is an ideal way to celebrate. This wine-packed Easter basket has everything they need for a relaxing afternoon, including beef summer sausage, two types of cheese, honey pineapple mustard, two type of crackers and two bottles of vino (one red, one white). We’ll cheers to that!
FOR THE COOKIE MONSTER
Medium Easter Cookie Basket
Our editors love Cheryl’s Cookies. They’re soft and sweet with the perfect chew factor. And that buttercream icing? To die for. If your sweetie gave up sweets for Lent, treat them on Easter morning to a bakery basket packed with a dozen cookies, chocolates and jellybeans.
FOR THE SWEET TOOTH
Zoe’s Chocolates Easter Chocolate Gift Basket
Is it even Easter without a chocolate bunny? We don’t think so. And this gourmet basket gives your childhood favorites a grown-up makeover. Indulge in decorated chocolate truffles, a jelly-bean studded “gem bar,” mini bunnies filled with peanut butter praline and solid bunnies in both dark and milk chocolates. Over a pound of the good stuff awaits.
FOR THE GARDENER
Let Your Garden Grow Basket
There’s a good chance that the gardener in your life is already deep into planning (or even planting) their seasonal bounty. This massive garden lover’s Easter basket will help them grow (pun intended). It truly has everything: gourmet pesto, butterfly gummies, hand cream, pruning shears, soap, seeds and much more. Plus, every purchase plants a tree.
FOR THE ONE WHO’S THE BERRY BEST
Berry Breakfast Batter Bowl Gift
Batter up! Sweet mornings await when you gift this berry breakfast bundle. Strawberry jam and raspberry syrup are waiting to be poured across homemade crepes—whipped up with the help of a balloon whisk and berry-printed batter bowl. All that’s missing is some fresh cream.
Originally Published: February 29, 2024
