Easter eggs: How to still indulge if you want something better, more ethical or a free-from alternative
Why choosing a more sustainable Easter egg isn’t as hard as you think
You may not celebrate Easter, but if you do, then there are many ways to do so, be they older traditions or the more modern, and let’s be honest, commercially overmarketed treats but delicious all the same: Chocolate eggs. I’m never giving up chocolate myself forever, and I wouldn’t expect anyone else to, if you love it. But as nutritional awareness grows, so too does the desire to make more conscious choices. Whether you're catering for family or friends with dairy sensitivities, those avoiding gluten, or simply aiming for a more planet-friendly alternative, finding the right Easter egg no longer needs to be a challenge.
The shift toward better chocolate
In recent years, the market for sustainable and dietary-friendly Easter eggs has flourished. Brands are now prioritising ethical sourcing, reduced sugar, and inclusive recipes that work for all sorts of dietary needs, from plant-based to nut-free and everything in between.
Sustainable Easter eggs often come from companies that use certified fair trade or direct-trade cocoa, avoid palm oil, and minimise waste with plastic-free packaging. Better still, they often taste just as good, if not better, than their mainstream counterparts.
Catering for dietary requirements
Gone are the days when "free-from" meant “flavour-free.” Whether you’re avoiding dairy, gluten, refined sugar or animal products, or buying for someone who is, there’s now a wide range of indulgent options:
Dairy-Free and Vegan: Oat milk and coconut milk chocolates are silky-smooth and satisfying.
Gluten-Free: Many high-quality chocolate eggs are naturally gluten-free, just be sure to double-check the label for cross-contamination.
Low-Sugar or No Added Sugar: Perfect for those managing blood sugar or looking to avoid energy crashes.
By choosing brands like Booja-Booja and others listed below, you're opting into values like health, ethics, and taste, all in one.
When to enjoy chocolate (without the crash)
Let’s talk blood sugar. One of the downsides of indulging in chocolate, especially first thing in the morning or late at night, is the potential for a sharp blood sugar spike followed by an energy slump, contributing to a poor night’s sleep and an extra edginess to your Easter day you can probably do without.
To keep your blood sugar balanced:
Pair with protein or healthy fats: Have your chocolate egg after a balanced main meal, or with a handful of nuts.
Eat slowly and mindfully: Savour each bite to help with satiety and digestion.
Avoid on an empty stomach: Especially for children. This helps prevent the sugar rollercoaster of hyperactivity followed by a crash.
Buy smaller: Don’t go for the biggest egg you can find, just because it’s on special offer. A smaller one can still be just as much of a treat without overdoing it.
Some of the newer Easter eggs also contain less sugar overall or use lower-GI sweeteners like coconut sugar, which can be gentler on your system. Just read the labels to make sure there’s nothing odd in there (artificial sweeteners, for one).
Small swaps, big impact
Every conscious choice, whether it’s a compostable box or a fair trade label, adds up. Choosing one or two thoughtful eggs this Easter not only supports your health but also aligns with more sustainable, ethical practices that ripple out into the wider world.
So, whether you’re buying for a family Easter egg hunt or treating yourself to a moment of chocolatey indulgence, know that you don’t have to compromise. Delicious, sustainable, and inclusive chocolate is right there.
6 Easter egg indulgences with a difference
There are lots of other choices too. Many of these will be sold in your local health food shop, which is a great place to look for alternatives.
Moo Free Bunnycomb Egg
Dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free
A honeycomb taste that children will love
Price: Around £4.95
Stockists: Moo Free Dairy Free & Vegan Bunnycomb Easter Eggs | Moo Free
2. Chococo Earth Oat Milk Egg
Dairy-free, plastic-free packaging
Pretty decoration with hidden hearts and flower on the inside
Price: Around £15.49
Stockists: Real Foods Ethical Superstore Oat M!lk Earth Easter Egg in 175g from Chococo
3. Booja-Booja Small Hazelnut Crunch Easter Egg
Vegan, organic, gluten and dairy-free
Beautifully decorated with 3 hazelnut truffles inside
Price: Around £12.99
Stockists: Booja-Booja direct, Health Store Express (online) Booja Booja Hazelnut Crunch Small Easter Egg – Your Health Store
4. Cocoa Loco Dark Chocolate (72%) Egg
Organic, palm oil free, vegan
Contains dark chocolate buttons (also comes in ginger flavour)
Price: Around £14.99
Stockist: Cocoa Loco Dark Chocolate Easter Egg | Organic & Fairtrade | Cocoa Loco
5. NOMO Ultimate Egg
Free from dairy, gluten, nuts and eggs
Tastes incredibly close to standard milk chocolate
Price: Around £13.50
Stockist: Nomo NOMO Chocolate | Free From & Vegan Chocolate – NOMOCHOC
6. Montezuma Dark Chocolate Eco Egg (also in milk and extra dark)
Vegan, recycled and plastic-free packaging
There’s space to draw your own decorations on the pack
Price: Around £12.00
Stockists: Montezuma Organic Dark Chocolate Eco Easter Egg - Montezuma's Chocolate
I also very much like the look of their dark chocolate cherry egg! (Just saying, in case my husband reads this!)
Products listed were in stock at the time of writing.
Happy Easter!
Kirsty