On Easter morning in 1987, I leaped out of bed and hurried to my Easter basket. Although I had long since abandoned the belief in the Easter Bunny, my parents clung to the tradition. As I eagerly scanned the vibrant eggs and candies in my basket, my gaze landed on the ultimate Easter surprise: a cassette tape of the Beastie Boys’ latest album, “Licensed to Ill.” I jubilantly embraced the day by devouring jelly beans and peanut butter cups, feeling as though I was on cloud nine.
That Easter basket remains unparalleled in my memory. (Well, aside from the wine basket my partner gifted me after a Lent spent abstaining from wine, which was also a delightful surprise.)
In the 1970s and ’80s, Easter baskets were refreshingly simple. A bit of faux grass, some hard jelly beans, and perhaps a chocolate bunny for good measure were all we needed to feel festive. Little did we know that Easter would evolve into the spring equivalent of Christmas, and our taste for confections would become more refined. While many of us indulge in excess during Easter, certain candies have withstood the test of time, while others we wish could be returned to the Easter Bunny.
1. Peanut Butter Eggs
Historically, peanut butter eggs were a staple in Easter baskets. The early varieties, like those from Asher’s, were lackluster, filled with subpar peanut butter. Today, Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs reign supreme, and we hope they never leave us.
2. Mini Sugar Egg Panoramas
Once filled with a small chick or duck, these overly sweet eggs were often adorned with vibrant icing and served no real purpose. They languished in baskets, eventually discarded during post-holiday cleanup. Strangely, they continue to appear in baskets today, raising questions about their longevity.
3. Cadbury Creme Eggs
Cadbury Eggs became iconic with their catchy slogan, “No bunny knows Easter like Cadbury.” You either loved them or avoided the gooey center altogether. Today, overwhelmed parents stock up on these treats in stores, despite their polarizing nature.
4. Pez Dispensers
Once regarded as the pinnacle of portable candy, Pez dispensers offered sugary delights with whimsical characters. They remain a beloved component of Easter baskets, with their quirky charm intact.
5. Black Jelly Beans
Black jelly beans have always been an acquired taste — and by that, I mean they belong in the depths of confectionery despair.
6. Chocolate Easter Bunnies
The thrill of discovering a chocolate bunny in an Easter basket is still present, but the joy can be dampened by the thought of little hands sharing bites from its ears.
7. Malted Easter Eggs
These colorful, crunchy treats were once savored slowly but are now consumed in secret, away from the demanding calls of children needing attention.
8. Peeps Marshmallow Chicks
Peeps have evolved into a divisive treat; you either crave them or find them unbearable.
9. Easter-Themed Candy Corn
This novelty didn’t exist in the past, but its recent emergence has left many questioning its purpose.
10. Jelly Beans
Previously limited to Brach’s, jelly beans now offer a diverse range of flavors, catering to all tastes, making them a versatile Easter staple.
11. Foil-Wrapped Chocolate Eggs
The excitement of an egg hunt remains, yet the mystery of forgotten eggs lurking around the house keeps the fun alive long after Easter.
Reflecting on Easter 1987 brings a smile, especially thinking of my Irish Catholic mother, who surprisingly purchased a Beastie Boys cassette for my basket. The irony is now evident; being the Easter Bunny means securing all the candy before the kids can. If you’ll excuse me, I must raid my stash of peanut butter cups and jelly beans. Additionally, I may need to revisit some classic Beastie Boys tracks.
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In summary, while Easter candy has evolved significantly over the years, some classics endure, stirring nostalgia and sparking debate.
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