Food takes center stage at holidays, but more than anything, it’s about being with loved ones. The warmth and safety we feel on these special occasions should extend to the meal itself. We’ve curated recipes to swap out allergens that typically make an appearance at the Easter or Passover meal so the whole family can feel included.
Easter Candy Allergen Guide
One of the best parts of Easter is the candy, for kids and adults alike. We’ve gathered allergen information for the classic confections all in one place with alternatives that are top 8 allergen-free (and many that are also seed-free).
Easter Classics
Peeps
Free From: Egg, Soy, Peanut, Tree Nut, Wheat/Gluten
May Contain: Milk
Allergen Information
Cadbury Creme Eggs
Free From: Peanut, Tree Nut, Wheat/Gluten
Contains: Milk, Egg, Soy
Allergen Information
Hershey’s Chocolate Snapsy Bunny
Free From: Egg, Peanut, Tree Nut, Wheat/Gluten
Contains: Milk, Soy
Allergen Information
M&M’s Easter Chocolate
Free From: Egg, Wheat/Gluten, Tree Nut
Contains: Milk, Soy
May Contain: Peanuts
Allergen Information
Jelly Belly Beans
Free From: Egg, Milk, Wheat/Gluten, Peanut
Some Flavors Contain: Soy, Tree Nut
Allergen Information
Top 8 Allergen-Free Alternatives
TruJoy Organic Lollipops
Free from: Top 8 Allergens
Allergen Information
No Whey! Foods Chocolatey Mini Cream Veggs
Free from: Top 8 Allergens
Allergen Information
Amanda’s Own Confections Bashful Bunny
Free from: Top 8 Allergens
Allergen Information
No Whey! Foods Milkless Easter Figures
Free from: Top 8 Allergens
Allergen Information
Surf Sweets Jelly Beans
Free From: Top 8 Allergens
Allergen Information
Spokin Tip: Allergens and cross-contamination warnings can change depending on the size of the candy. For example, fun-sized candies can be made on different lines than regular or king-sized versions. Always read food labels before eating.
Egg(less) Decorating
When it comes time to dye Easter eggs, those with egg allergies don’t have to be left out of the fun.
We’ve found three creative alternatives to help you safely decorate, egg-free.
Eggnots
These inedible dyeable ceramic eggs look and feel like the real deal. No boiling, refrigerating or cracking with these guys.
Eggnots was hatched by a woman who hated seeing her egg-allergic niece left out every Easter and decided to do something about it.
Egg Shape Sorter
For little ones with egg allergies, these mix and match sorting eggs are a great non-food Easter gift. Scramble them up to help them learn about shapes and their allergen – then get creative with permanent markers and stickers to add some festive flair.
Toy-Filled Easter Eggs
No candy, no worries. These bright plastic Easter eggs are filled with mini-cars, rings, squirt guns and so much more. Amazon offers plenty of options and inspiration to even make your own.
