29 Non Chocolate Easter Gifts Kids Will Actually Love

Non chocolate Easter gifts became a must in our house after we found out my son has a severe peanut allergy.

Since most Easter chocolate isn’t safe for him, we’ve had to get creative—and honestly, it’s made the holiday more fun.

These ideas go beyond candy and include games, books, crafts, and toys that kids actually get excited about (and can enjoy long after Easter Sunday).

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Best Non-Chocolate Gift Ideas for Kids

If you’re skipping the candy this year—whether for allergies, preferences, or just to change things up—these non-chocolate Easter gifts for kids offer plenty of fun without the sugar.

We’ve included a mix of educational toys, hands-on craft kits, playful games, and some of our favorite Easter books. These small gifts make great Easter basket fillers and create the kind of excitement (and memories) that chocolate just can’t match.

Perfect for toddlers through tweens, each pick is designed to keep kids engaged, entertained, and feeling celebrated on Easter Sunday.

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More Easter Gift Ideas by Age and Interest

If you’re shopping for a specific age group or want healthier basket fillers, these guides might help:

  • Easter gifts for 8 year old boys – This age is all about energy and imagination—think creative kits, games, and hands-on activities that keep them moving.
  • Easter gifts for 10 year old boy – Preteens can be tricky to shop for, but this list includes fun gadgets, books, and Easter surprises they’ll actually use.
  • Easter gifts for teen boys – From joke gifts to useful tech and novelty items, this roundup covers smart picks for older kids who’ve outgrown stuffed animals.
  • Healthy Easter egg fillers – If you’re avoiding candy altogether, these non-edible egg fillers—like stickers, mini puzzles, and small toys—make great alternatives.

Last Updated on 21 March 2025 by Clare Brown

8 Comments

  1. Our Penguin isn’t really keen on Easter eggs (he likes to smash them, but not so bothered about eating them lol), so alternative ideas like these are great! x

  2. Great post! I don’t like to get my niece and nephew Easter eggs as they get so many. Some great ideas here

  3. I love easter and make sure that we always have an easter egg hunt in the garden. I really like the easter cupcake toppers in your post they look so cute.
    Mainy

  4. Some great ideas, I’ve stopped buying my daughter chocolate at Easter as the rest of the family buy so much for her!

  5. We love doing an Easter hunt!! Your Lego idea is great…I’d never thought of that before and my son is Lego mad!

  6. I must say, the Lego idea is a brilliant one. Better than candy and instantly fun! Thank you for this idea. WHat do I know, I’m Jewish!

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