While candy is always one of lifes little joys for kids and grown ups alike; Easter candy has a long and luscious history for putting a smile on everyones face. Nothing is better than a basket loaded with special sweet treats many of which are only around for a short time during Easter each year.
Jelly Beans are a favorite and while they are available year round now they seem to be especially sweet during Easter. They come in so many flavors & fruit, to the traditional and old-fashioned spiced and all sorts of flavors in between. The popularity of jelly beans in the United States dates to the Civil War period, when jelly beans were found in large glass jars in stores everywhere. Still today they are often the first candy people think of when thinking about Easter Candy.
A close second would be chocolate in the form of eggs, rabbits; both hollow and solid. As the chocolate making process has matured and manufactures have been able to create many new and different forms but eggs and bunnies remain a favorite. Today, millions of chocolate bunnies are made annual for Easter baskets.
Another must have for Easter Baskets are the lovable marshmallow Peeps. Coming in many forms today, there were originally made in the form of bright yellow chicks. Now one can find brightly colored rabbits and other forms but for many candy purists; the yellow chicks is the other Peep for them.
A well-selected Easter basket is a joy to create and truly a joy to receive and the best part there is enough to share!
