Easter Treats: Organic, Allergy-Friendly and Vegan Candy

Earlier this week I celebrated the wonderful world of dairy-free chocolate bunnies for various tastes and diets, including vegans and dairy-free consumers. But what would that basket of Easter treats be without some colorful candy thrown into the mix?

Peeps and plain old jellybeans are so yesterday. As we transition into a world of socially, environmentally, and health conscious individuals, our candy too must eventually evolve.  Though it didn’t keep in lockstep with the energy bar revolution, candy is quickly gaining ground as small manufacturers present their organic, allergy-friendly, and vegan sweets …

YummyEarth Naturals and Organic Candy

Founded by two kid (and sugar) loving fathers, YummyEarth proudly manufactures organic, gluten-free, casein-free, soy-free, nut-free, kosher certified … whew … vegan lollipops, gummies, and candy drops.  These all-natural gems come in fun flavors like pomegranate pucker, roadside root beer, and hopscotch butterscotch.
Website to Order: www.yummyearth.com or Amazon.com
For: Dairy-free, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Multiple Food Allergies

Let’s Do Organic Gummi Bears

Organic vegan gummi bears, what’s not to like?  Straying from their gummi ancestors (loaded with corn syrup and yellow #5), these gummis derive their colors from organic fruit juices.  They come in unique flavors, including apples, apricots, pineapples, blackcurrants licorice, and elderberries. Plus, Let’s Do Organic promises Easter treats that are non-GMO, vegan (dairy-, egg-, and gelatin-free) and gluten-free.
Where to Purchase: www.edwardandsons.com or Amazon.com
For: Dairy-free, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Multiple Food Allergies

Divvies Easter Treats

When food allergies are the primary concern, Divvies comes to the rescue. Their facility and products are guaranteed free of peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, and eggs. For Easter baskets, Divvies offers fun filled bags of gumballs, jellybeans (including a selection in Easter colors), blue rock candy and jawbreakers.  If you are seeking some extra holiday indulgence, they also ship freshly baked vegan (food allergy-friendly) cupcakes with frosting.
Where to Purchase: www.divvies.com
For: Dairy-free, Vegan, and Multiple Food Allergies

Surf Sweets

Surf Sweets stands out from the pack by popping out candies made with natural colors and flavors, organic fruit juice and sweeteners, and that provide you with your daily allowance of Vitamin C. They offer a variety of gummies (from bears to worms and beyond) and jelly beans (not strictly vegan), with both vegan and non-vegan allergy-friendly selections. They even offer a “spring mix” of their jelly beans for a festive Easter basket.
Where to Purchase: www.surfsweets.com or Amazon.com
For: Dairy-free, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Multiple Food Allergies

St. Claire’s Organic Sweets and Tarts

Last but not least, St.Claire’s Organic has also taken on the world of food allergies with their line of St. Claire’s Organic sweet candies and sour tarts. Packaged in single servings, these Easter treats (okay, year-round sweets!) are vegan and free of the top food allergens. Plus, they come in a variety of flavors, including ginger, licorice, raspberry, and peach. For an extra special basket, you can even include a bag of St. Claire’s Organic Hot Chocolate – Also dairy-free, and allergy-friendly.
Where to Purchase:  www.stclaires.com

Important Notes

Be Allergen Aware: If your special diet needs are particular, please read this article carefully and inquire with the manufacturer prior to purchasing. I have included notes on what “free-from” needs the chocolatiers cater to (including soy-free, gluten-free, and nut-free!). However, products, ingredients and processes may change at any time and cross-contamination can be a risk in manufacturing. Always double check with the manufacturer before purchasing or consuming any food whenever there is a food allergy concern.

Do you have some favorite Easter treats that we missed? Comment below!