You’ll love these healthy Easter treats as much as your kids! Yes, we’re still advocating for candy because no kid needs to be denied the love of a nice treat. We all need something to look forward to and it doesn't have to be an expensive gift or drastic gesture. Sometimes spending 5 minutes picking out something as simple as a healthy gum can be a defining moment between a child and their grandparents. I know for me those memories of going to the candy store with nickel in my hand were some of the most exciting times. When Easter comes around, a lot of people think of egg hunts, family gatherings, rabbits, spring, and pastel colors.
Most of those people are forgetting the number one thing that kids are actually thinking about: the candy! Easter marks almost half a year before or after Halloween, meaning it’s the other holiday of the year that candy is most prevalent. While Halloween easily takes the crown on most candy bought during the year, Easter isn’t far behind in second. If you think you may have cavities from a little too much candy last Halloween, don’t hesitate to tell us!
We all know that too much candy can be bad for your health and your teeth. As always, taking things in moderation is the best piece of advice for your children and you. But since it’s not always easy to find healthier alternatives to things such as candy, we’ve gone ahead and compiled a list of some of the better candies out there that you may want to include in your kid’s Easter basket. Look no further for some of the healthiest treats out there.
The first treat to talk about that is a little better for you is dark chocolate. Dark chocolate can be extremely low in sugar and calories, and it offers many antioxidants while still retaining that classic chocolatey taste everyone craves. While milk chocolate is the leading type of chocolate among Easter candies, there are plenty of dark chocolate varieties that are so much better for you than milk chocolate. If you have the chance, get your kids hooked on dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
Never forget the classic rice crispy treat. I don’t really know if I’ve ever met someone who disliked Rice Krispie treats, whether they were homemade or in the packages from the store. They’re very low calorie, have less than 4 grams of sugar, and have next to no fat. Try to have your kids help make a home-made recipe this Easter!
Dried fruit can be really good. Dried berries are very healthy. From antioxidants to healthy sugars, berries are great in smaller portions. If you can find some that are covered in dark chocolate, that’s your best bet. You may even be able to find some chocolate covered pomegranate seeds, which usually sounds wonderful to adults.
Go for the regular candy every once in a while. Get a Reccee. This is the classic Easter basket stuffer. They’re always portion-controlled, which goes a long way in keeping your kids in moderation. But the amount of protein, iron, fiber, and calcium in these actually makes Reese’s eggs so much healthier than most other candies out there. Don’t skip out on putting this iconic treat in your child’s Easter basket.
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