America’s Favorite Easter Candies Revealed

Choosing the ideal assortment of Easter sweets is a true art, whether you're making one yourself or hoping to receive one. Imagine egg-shaped pastries, pastel-colored treats, and of course, lots of chocolate. Given the abundance of Easter candy and egg hunt treats available, it's no wonder that some timeless favorites, such as Cadbury goods and chocolate bunnies, consistently steal the show.

It's evident that Americans have a fondness for classic Easter sweets as the festival draws near. To make sure that this season is as sweet as ever, most celebrants are already preparing to eat their favorite treats.

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You might be surprised to learn that this year's best Easter treat isn't Cadbury Creme Eggs or Peeps! And although sugary treats are appealing, chocolate is unquestionably the best. Actually, chocolate is a component of seven of the top ten favorites. Are you curious about the Easter goodies that Americans are hankering after? Read on to see the adorable lineup!

TOP 1 | Reese's Peanut Butter Eggs

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Reminiscent of the classic Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, these delicious eggs have a rich peanut butter interior and a silky milk chocolate shell. They are this year's popular Easter delicacy. These seasonal treats are the most popular Easter candy in more than half of the states, dominating both the East and West Coasts, thanks to their enticing mix. Don't pass up this Easter classic!

TOP 2 | Kinder Chocolate Candy Egg (With Surprise Inside)

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This Easter treat, which is a new addition to this year's top 10, provides a lovely double surprise. Perfect for spooning out and enjoying, one half of the egg reveals a delicious blend of two chocolate cream flavors accompanied by crispy wafers. It is both a tasty and entertaining treat because the other half conceals an amazing surprise toy!

TOP 3 | Starburst Easter Jelly Beans

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These fruity nibbles, which were the first non-chocolate delicacy to make the list, won first place in a number of states, including Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri, demonstrating that sweet, tangy delight can rival the traditional favorites!

4 | Lindt Milk Chocolate Bunny

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It's no wonder that these adorable chocolate delicacies jumped into fourth place, solidifying their status as a classic Easter favorite, given that 61% of Americans want to purchase chocolate bunnies this year.

5 | Cadbury Easter Egg

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Candy enthusiasts in Mississippi and Arkansas were delighted this year when this chocolate egg with a silky fondant center, a popular Easter staple, took first place in those states.

6 | Hershey's Milk Chocolate Candy Eggs

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Almost two-thirds of candy enthusiasts intend to include chocolate eggs in their Easter baskets, so these colorfully wrapped solid chocolate candies are the ideal way to liven up any festive feast.

7 | Hershey's Milk Chocolate Kisses

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Even though it's not just for Easter, a Hershey's Kiss is a popular choice because of its classic charm, especially when combined with a larger present. It's no surprise that these delicious candies are the eighth most popular Easter sweet.

8 | PEEPS Yellow Marshmallow Chicks

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With 42% of individuals intending to include these recognizable marshmallow bunnies and chicks in their holiday celebrations this year, PEEPS have become a staple of Easter for many.

9 | M&M's Easter Milk Chocolate Candy

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These pastel-hued Easter-themed M&Ms, which rank ninth, are the ideal treat to fill a "egg" that the Easter Bunny has left behind.

10 | Brach's Jelly Bird Eggs

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Not surprisingly, these traditional Brach's flavors made the list, as 51% of Americans want to indulge on jelly beans this year. They're a classic choice for Easter festivities!

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