How to Create a Food Allergy Friendly Easter Celebration
Easter is a time for bright colors, sweet traditions, and family fun — and with a little creativity, it can be just as joyful (and delicious!) for families managing food allergies. From building allergy friendly baskets to planning inclusive egg hunts and meals, there are so many ways to make sure everyone feels safe and included.
Whether it’s your first Easter navigating food allergies or you’ve been doing this for years, here are a few ideas to help you celebrate with confidence — and maybe even start a few new traditions along the way.
1. Plan an Allergen-Free Egg Hunt
Take the guesswork out of egg hunts by filling your own plastic eggs with allergy friendly goodies. Some ideas:
- Free2b Chocolate Sun Cups Minis
- Allergy friendly jelly beans or fruit snacks
- Non-food treasures like small toys, stickers, or temporary tattoos
If you're hosting multiple kids, consider color-coding the eggs (one color per child) or setting up a trade-in station where kids can swap anything they can’t have for a safe surprise.
2. Build an Allergy Friendly Easter Basket
There are so many ways to make a beautiful Easter basket without relying on common allergens. Try filling yours with:
- Coloring books, card games, or spring-themed crafts
- Seed packets and a small pot for growing flowers or herbs
- DIY baking kits with allergy friendly mixes and chocolate
- Free2b Chocolate Cups & Mini Cups
Want to add a homemade treat? These recipes are colorful, fun, and totally allergy friendly:
- Sunny Bunny Cupcakes – a festive bunny shaped cupcake that's adorably perfect for sharing
- Sunbutter Cookies – soft, chewy, and made without the top 9 allergens
- Chocolate Toaster Pastry with Pink Frosting – a sweet, hand-held pastry perfect for Easter brunch or baskets
3. Make a Safe and Inclusive Easter Meal
Easter brunches and potlucks can be tricky, but a little planning goes a long way.
- Host at home or talk with your host ahead of time about your child’s needs
- Bring a main dish or dessert that your child loves — and make enough to share
- Label dishes clearly and keep allergy safe options separate from others
You can also turn baking into a family activity with the recipes above or keep it simple with a tray of cut veggies, fruit, and a safe dip to snack on throughout the day.
4. Get Friends and Family Involved
If you're celebrating with others, share a list of safe treats or offer to bring snacks everyone can enjoy. Most people are happy to help — they just need to know what’s okay.
This is also a great time to share resources, like the Spokin Easter candy allergen guide, or let them know about your go-to brands (hi, it’s us 👋).
5. Focus on Fun, Not Just Food
There’s so much more to Easter than candy. Start new traditions that center around creativity and connection:
- Decorating wooden eggs or painting flowerpots
- Spring scavenger hunts with small surprises
- Watching a family movie or reading favorite books
- Planting flowers or starting a garden together
Final Thoughts
Food allergies don’t limit your celebration — they just give you the chance to do things a little differently, with more intention, creativity, and joy. With safe treats and thoughtful traditions, Easter can be just as magical (and maybe even more meaningful) for your family.
And if you’re on the hunt for allergy friendly chocolate that’s made in a facility free from the top 9 allergens (plus corn, mustard, and sulfites), check out all our treats here.