Easter Gift Guide 2025
By Steve Crabtree, April 2025
This Easter, it’s not just about chocolate and eggs. From creative kids’ kits to sustainable tech, stylish home comforts and thoughtful keepsakes, we’ve rounded up some of the best Easter gift ideas that go beyond the sweet stuff. Whether you’re buying for little ones, grown-ups, or even your dog – there’s something in here that’s bound to raise a smile.
But… we have to start with the sweet stuff, don’t we…
Chocolate & Sweet Treats
Little Moons – Brown Sugar Cinnamon Bun Mochi
This Easter, treat yourself to a delightful indulgence with Little Moons’ limited edition, Brown Sugar Cinnamon Bun flavour mochis! With Spring in the air, this refreshing flavour combines brown sugar and cream cheese ice cream with cinnamon swirls and gluten-free biscuit pieces. A perfect balance of sweetness with a hint of spice. Available nationwide for £5.00, Little Moons as always, is elevating your ice cream experience with a deliciously indulgent twist!
RRP: £5.00. Buy it now from tesco.com
Why I Like It: These are a frozen treat, and have an intriguing taste and texture – both of which you get used to and love after the first bite. They really brought out the Brown Sugar Cinnamon flavour in this indulgent treat. A taste that that feels just right for Easter.
HAPPi Oat Milk Easter Eggs
Oat milk chocolate brand, HAPPi, has introduced two new Easter eggs to its range of rich and creamy oat milk chocolate treats, perfect for those following a plant-based diet. Joining the three other flavours in HAPPi’s Easter range is Salted Honeycomb and Cherry & Almond.
Crafted from sustainably-sourced oat milk chocolate and 100% natural ingredients, HAPPi’s range of Easter Eggs will spark joy in children and adults alike with their brightly coloured and fully recyclable packaging. HAPPi’s chocolate also boasts 35% less sugar than other mass market brands.
RRP: Varies. Buy them now from happichoc.com,
Why I Like It: I’m not vegan, but I’d happily swap to these HAPPi Easter eggs any day – they’re seriously good. The Salted Honeycomb is spot on, and a taste that I could get accustomed to!
The Huge Easter Sweet & Chocolate Box
The Huge Easter Sweet & Chocolate Box is the ultimate treat for Easter, packed with an irresistible selection of sweets and chocolates. From Haribo bunnies to the classic crème egg, this gift box is filled with all-time favourites that are sure to delight chocolate and sweet lovers alike.
RRP: £38.50. Buy it now from sweethampercompany.co.uk
Why I Like It: “It’s got everything!” my step-daughter exclaimed when she opened this box. This hamper doesn’t hold back. It’s packed with the kind of goodies that disappear fast, and it’s perfect for sharing (or not, no judgement). Chew bars, Haribos, penny sweets, popping candy, sours, bubblegum… I could go on! A magnificent selection, and worth every penny.
Lottie Shaw’s Luxury Yorkshire Parkin Easter Egg
Lottie Shaw’s Luxury Yorkshire Parkin Easter Egg is made from the finest rich, Belgian milk chocolate with award winning Yorkshire Parkin Ginger Biscuits crumbled throughout. These signature ginger biscuits from Lottie Shaw’s really are the authentic taste of Yorkshire, baked with oatmeal and black treacle to a traditional family recipe. Throughout the egg, there’s even a splash of natural ginger oil to ensure every bite has a hint of lovely warming ginger.
RRP: £19.95. Buy it now from lottieshaws.co.uk
Why I Like It: This one’s different. A ginger biscuit parkin twist inside proper chocolate. I’ve got a lot of time for Lottie Shaw’s products, they’re seriously tasty! And this is no different – it’s full of flavour, Yorkshire charm, and very moreish.
PLAYin CHOC Rabbits Gift Set
Delight little ones with the PLAYin CHOC Rabbits Gift Set, a charming blend of fun, flavour, and sustainability. Each set includes adorable 3D rabbit toys made from recycled materials and two organic, allergen-free chocolate pieces—completely free from dairy, nuts, gluten, and soy.
RRP: £14.95. Buy it now from playinchoc.com
Why I Like It: I love how this gift blends chocolate with creativity. The eco-friendly toy is fun to build, the chocolate is allergy-safe, and it’s all wrapped in planet-friendly packaging. Tasty too – closer to the dark chocolate taste, but nice enough for milk chocolate fans too.
Drinks & Tipples
GATHER Flavour Collection
GATHER is a gourmet range of ready to drink cocktails in a can, taking your favourite classic cocktails and adding an indulgent twist. The GATHER Flavour Collection includes one of each of the five cocktails: Spicy Mango, Salted Caramel Banana, Raspberry Ripple, Chocolate Honeycomb and Caramelised Pineapple, in one convenient, ready-to-drink cocktail box.
RRP: £17.50. Buy it now from goodtimein.co.uk
Why I Like It: A well-made cocktail at home feels like such a treat, and the GATHER Flavour Collection takes that experience to the next level. Some wicked flavours, they’re best served in a glass over ice. It’s like you’ve got your hands on a top cocktail from one of the town’s trendiest bar.
ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto
Italicus is a premium Italian aperitivo crafted with bergamot from Calabria and cedro from Sicily. Inspired by a 19th-century recipe, it delivers a balanced, floral-citrus profile with hints of chamomile, lavender, and gentian. Perfect for spritzes or cocktails, Italicus adds a refreshing, aromatic twist to any drink.
RRP: £31.50. Buy it now from amazon.co.uk
Why I Like It: Italicus just oozes style, and that’s just from the elegant bottle. I didn’t know what to expect from this tipple, but I tell you what – it’s lovely stuff. Floral-citrus notes that hit with every sip, something for the warmer weather!
Wrexham Lager Beer Co Gift Set
This gift set includes a 330ml bottle of Wrexham Lager, Wrexham Export and Wrexham Pilsner, plus a branded glass and bar blade. Brewed using a recipe dating back to 1882, this multi-award-winning lager is steeped in British brewing heritage.
RRP: £20.00. Buy it now from wrexhamlager.com
Why I Like It: Three nice tipples in this pack, and I love that you get a real sense of tradition and quality. It’s a gift box that feels classic – perfect for Easter lunch or a quiet one on the patio.
Mariage Frères Teas
Thé Rouge de Pâques is a blend of black tea and red rooibos with joyful notes of crème brûlée, vanilla and citrus. Then Thé Bleu de Pâques offers patisserie notes of crème brûlée with a velvety range of milky inflections, bringing a sense of childhood nostalgia to every sip.
Thé Vert de Pâques is a Green tea meets the sweetness of crème brûlée with light notes of citrus and vanilla. A vibrant and refreshing cup with a gentle finish.
RRP: £27.00 each. Buy it now from mariagefreres.com
Why I Like It: A lovely set of spring teas, and I was lucky enough to try all three of them. They’re smooth, sweet and just the right amount of indulgence.
Dog-Loving Gifts
Dog The Originals
A beautiful coffee table book by Yasmin El-Saie that features some of Instagram’s most beloved dog accounts. 50% of proceeds support The Unstoppable Dogs charity.
RRP: £20.00. Buy it now from store.chilliwawa.com
Why I Like It: It’s feel-good and heartwarming. You don’t have to be a dog owner to enjoy it – but if you are, you’ll be nodding along with every page… and what a fantastic cause!
Ruffingtons Easter Treats
Dog-friendly biscuits, truffles, and cupcakes made with safe ingredients like carob and yoghurt. Cute, creative, and handmade for your four-legged friends.
RRP: £4.00–£7.00. Buy it now from ruffingtons.co.uk
Why I Like It: These are delicious Easter treats our dogs can enjoy too. Don’t forget your pets! They’re well made, safe to munch, and always presented beautifully.
Beauty & Wellbeing
Cosy Cottage Travel Essentials Tin
Description: This is the perfect introduction to natural skincare and great for anyone who travels or wants toiletries to stash in their gym kit. The tin includes travel-sized versions of Cosy Cottage’s natural soaps, Shea Butter face soap, shampoo bar, conditioner roundel and deodorant. Free-from artificial ingredients, handmade in Yorkshire and, better yet, all products are solid so there’s no faff at airport security!
RRP: £19.50. Buy it now from cosycottagesoap.co.uk
Why I Like It: These are quality products in a really handy tin. Great for weekends away or post-gym showers – and they smell amazing too.
Marula & Frankincense Facial Serum
The serum harnesses the power of Marula Oil and Frankincense, known to visibly smooth skin and counteract signs of ageing. Fast-absorbing and non-comedogenic, it can be applied under moisturiser, SPF or make-up. Handmade in Yorkshire and packaged plastic-free.
RRP: £19.50. Buy it now from cosycottagesoap.co.uk
Why I Like It: I like this because my wife loves it. She tells me it’s smooth, natural, and genuinely luxurious. She loves how it feels on the skin – it soaks in quickly and feels like an upgrade on her daily cleansing routine.
For The Home
elho Smart Pebble
This discreet smart device monitors soil conditions for your plants, giving real-time feedback on water, nutrients, light and temperature. Its natural stone design blends seamlessly into any pot. Made from 100% recyclable materials.
RRP: £39.99. Buy it now from elho.com
Why I Like It: If you’ve ever struggled to keep houseplants happy (like me!), this is a game changer. Stylish, smart, and surprisingly helpful.
Plush Ribbed Faux Fur Bean Bag
This teardrop bean bag is made with chunky cord-style faux fur for ultimate comfort. Available in five sizes and several colours, it’s perfect for relaxing, reading, gaming or just sinking into.
RRP: £119.99. Buy it now from greatbeanbags.com
Why I Like It: Super soft, big enough for adults, and adds a stylish vibe to any room. This is no kids’ bean bag – it’s full-on lounge luxury.
Car Gifts
Carly OBD Scanner
The Carly scanner plugs into your car’s diagnostic port to give a detailed health report via app – including faults, mileage data and customisable settings. A powerful tool for any driver.
RRP: From £53.89. Buy it now from mycarly.com
Why I Like It: Tech-savvy drivers will love this. It’s incredibly easy to use, and feels like having your own personal mechanic in your pocket. Just plug it in, look at the app, and check the health of your car. A great gift for those who love to tinker with their motor!
Autoglym Polar Foam Sprayer
The Polar Foam Sprayer has been developed alongside Karcher to provide a premium foam application tool. It’s compatible with Karcher K Series pressure washers and ideal for applying Autoglym’s Polar range of pre-wash, shampoo and protection products. With a precision nozzle and adjustable spray pattern, it makes washing your car easier, quicker and more effective.
RRP: £44.99. Buy it now from autoglym.com
Why I Like It: Us blokes feel manly when we wash the car, don’t we! And this makes washing the car feel a bit more pro! Great coverage, easy setup, and turns that weekend chore into something pretty satisfying.
Kids’ Gifts & Toys
Rachel Riley Gingham Turn-Up Shirt
A classic Rachel Riley shirt, perfect for seasonal smartwear! This short-sleeved shirt features a fresh blue and white gingham check, turn-up sleeves, patch pocket, and engraved buttons. Made from 100% cotton for breathable comfort and finished with subtle designer details.
RRP: £45.00. Buy it now from rachelriley.co.uk
Why I Like It: This shirt is a total winner for my four-year-old nephew. It’s a nice cut (even for kids clothes), decent quality material and he loves it. He looks seriously smart in it too!
Airbrush Plush Hair’iffic Squish Pals
Decorate, wash, repeat! With over 100 stencils, coloured markers and long, styleable hair, this toy offers hours of creative fun.
RRP: £16.99. Buy it now from very.co.uk
Why I Like It: Very bright, and very interactive! It’s simple but imaginative and fun for the kids, and it earns bonus points for being reusable.
Build Your Own Unicorn Kit
This eco-friendly cardboard craft kit lets kids assemble a brightly coloured unicorn – no glue or scissors needed. Lightweight and mess-free.
RRP: £9.99. Buy it now from buildyourownkits.com
Why I Like It: Well, this one went to my young niece, who loved it. She’s creative, and it was fun to build, easy to follow, and something she was proud to display afterwards.
Pip and Posy Plush Friends
Collectible plush characters from the TV show, made from velboa fabric and dressed in iconic outfits. Soft and portable.
RRP: £9.99 each. Buy it now from amazon.co.uk
Why I Like It: This one is really cute. The toys are soft, sweet, and recognisable, and an ideal sugar-free present for younger fans and a lovely cuddly companion for bedtime.
And if you can’t decide…
Max Photo – Gift Vouchers
Max Photo offers a wide range of personalised photo gifts – from prints and calendars to mugs, cushions and photobooks. Their gift vouchers let the recipient choose and create their own keepsakes from special memories.
Buy at: maxphoto.co.uk
Why I Like It: When in doubt, a personalised photo gift is always appreciated – and letting someone create their own? Even better.
There you have it – a fresh spin on Easter gifting. Whether you’re treating someone who’s hard to buy for, spoiling a little one, or giving your pet their moment in the spotlight, these ideas shows there’s more to Easter than chocolate. And if you still want an egg? Well… we won’t stop you.
Give Steve music, give him food, give him theatre, tech or travel… and he’s a happy man. He’s been writing professionally since 2003, turning to journalism in 2017 when it offered him the chance to enjoy a lot of his existing passions, and learn some new ones at the same time. Steve can be found spending many of his summer nights watching bands at The Piece Hall in his hometown of Halifax, or enjoying a bite to eat and a drink with his wife anywhere in Yorkshire at any time of year. Random fact: He does the best impression of Zippy and George from Rainbow that anyone has ever heard.
