We tasted 100+ Easter Eggs and hot cross buns - these are the best ones to buy this year

Easter is one of the biggest moments in the food calendar and if you’re wondering where to buy the best Easter eggs, best hot cross buns and best bakes this year, you’re in the right place. Supermarket shelves are brimming with indulgent chocolate eggs, fruit-packed buns and beautifully decorated seasonal treats, but with so much choice, it can be hard to know what’s really worth adding to your basket.

That’s where the woman&home Easter Food Awards 2026 come in. Our expert panel has tasted more than 100 products from leading supermarkets and artisan brands to bring you the ultimate edit of the best Easter treats to buy this year.

Whether you’re searching for a luxury showstopper, a budget-friendly crowd-pleaser or a thoughtful Easter gift, we’ve done the hard work for you. Consider this your definitive guide to the best Easter buys for 2026.

The best Easter eggs, as chosen by woman&home food editors

Because good chocolate should be for everyone. This extra-thick beauty weighs in at over a kilo and is brimming with rich dark and nutty vegan milk chocolate. A true showstopper that’s perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Jen Bedloe, Group Food Director said, “This is one of the best vegan Easter eggs we’ve ever tasted and it definitely has the wow factor!”

One for savoury-leaning chocolate fans. Creamy milk chocolate is paired with crunchy, lightly salted corn for a playful contrast of textures and flavours that really works.

Rose Fooks, Deputy Food Editor said, “This surprised me in the best way and is a brilliant choice for anyone who loves a sweet and salty combo.”

That classic custard cream flavour you know and love, wrapped up in a giant chocolate-coated egg. A clever blend of nostalgia and novelty that is completely irresistible.

Johanna Mentel, Kitchen Assistant said, “The custard cream notes are spot on and I love the playful design.”

A hand-finished marble masterpiece accompanied with a pouch of fresh chocolates in five indulgent flavours. This chocolate is made fresh, replacing artificial preservatives with British organic fresh double cream.

Lucy Kirkpatrick, Food Writer, said, “You can really tell the quality of the ingredients used to make this artisan egg from the fresh cream flavour and silky smooth texture."

Smooth milk chocolate packed with sugar-shelled mini eggs and zingy popping candy. A colourful crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for kids with a seriously sweet tooth.

Rose said, “The packaging is very cute and the playful popping candy will definitely be a hit with kids of all ages this Easter.”

An indulgent twist on the classic Easter egg that we couldn’t fault. The thick shell hides a sweet-and-salty caramel centre with sticky toffee notes and a Mars bar-style hit.

Jen described this egg as, “indulgent, layered and surprisingly sophisticated!”

A fun, fruity option for those who prefer something beyond plain chocolate. Generously speckled with tangy cherries and raspberries, crack open the egg on the front to reveal two pink Champagne truffles hiding inside.

Jess Meyer, Group Food Editor, said, “I love how the tartness cuts through, preventing it from becoming overly sweet and the hidden truffles are a great touch”

A well-balanced 70% cocoa dark chocolate egg with a subtle hit of sea salt and a satisfying snap. An impressive supermarket standout that delivers on flavour.

Lucy said “This egg is an absolute steal and tastes like it would be far more expensive than it is.”

If you like After Eight’s you will love this egg! The Belgian dark chocolate layered with crunchy mint pieces is both rich and refreshing.

Jo said, “The mint flavour tastes natural and fresh which gives it a more grown-up feel.”

An elevated Easter classic for nostalgia lovers. Lindt’s creamy milk chocolate is given a biscuit twist that keeps you coming back for more, with the iconic Gold Bunny tucked inside, complete with bow and bell.

Rose said, “This has that instantly recognisable creamy Lindt texture that I love, but the added crunch gives it a welcome lift."

Go nuts for this creamy swiss milk chocolate egg enriched with crunchy hazelnut pieces. We loved the six accompanying truffles, each hiding a whole hazelnut at the centre.

Jess said, “I love the fancy truffles! The whole hazelnuts feel extra special and are the perfect accompaniment to the creamy milk chocolate.”

For those who need their coffee fix, this egg combines smooth Belgian milk chocolate with crunchy wafer pieces and a subtle infusion of Arabica coffee.

Jen said, “I am a huge fan of coffee and chocolate and this egg does not disappoint. The crunchy texture also adds an extra little bit of joy in each mouthful.”

Almost too beautiful to eat, this striking egg went down a treat in the test kitchen. Layers of snappy dark chocolate and tart strawberry deliver the unmistakable taste of strawberries dipped in chocolate.

Lucy said, “This is a spectacular looking product that really takes an Easter egg to a whole new level. The flavour is perfectly balanced and really does taste like fresh strawberries!”

A moreish double layer egg of blonde chocolate generously packed with caramelised biscuit pieces and biscuit spread. The flavour profile reminded us of Biscoff which is never a bad thing!

Jess said, “We have tried a lot of biscuit flavoured eggs this year but this one steals the show. a lot have been too sweet but this one is just right.”

Get some serious bang for your buck with this super thick, half milk, half caramel egg that is packed full of truffles, pralines and caramels. Great for the indecisive and we loved that its sleek packaging is 100% recyclable.

Rose said, “It feels generous in every sense - substantial, indulgent and packed with variety, which makes it ideal for sharing if you are willing!”

Best Hot Cross Buns

Perfect plump buns that are packed with sultanas, currants and raisins. We loved their rustic look and zesty lemon peel flavour.

Jen said, “The fruit is evenly distributed and plump, which means every bite feels properly balanced rather than too dough-heavy."

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these outrageously chocolatey buns. Peppered with dark, milk and white chocolate chips that are delicious and melty when toasted.

Lucy said, “These toast beautifully - crisp on the outside while staying soft in the centre, with just the right amount of molten chocolate.”

A show-stopping combination of sweet chocolate and tangy sour cherries. Perfectly balanced, with evenly distributed chips and fruit. A bold new twist we loved. Booths offer several other exciting flavours that we enjoyed.

Jess said, “This is a very elegant flavour profile that works perfectly in a hot cross bun. The other Booths buns were also close contenders!”

Delicately sweetened dough with chunky pieces of salted caramel fudge and rich dark chocolate chips. We loved how traditional these looked, with the choc chips being easily mistaken for currants.

Rose said, “These buns are picture perfect and taste just as good as they look. It’s hard to stop at one.”

An impressively light and fluffy free-from bun, packed with juicy fruit and gently spiced with warming cinnamon.

Lucy said, “The texture of these is impressively soft and light, something that’s often difficult to achieve in free-from baking.”

Best of the rest

An expertly executed simnel cake that is bursting with juicy glacé cherries and spiced vine-fruits, all layered and hand decorated with delicious golden marzipan.

Jen said, “This is an exceptional version of a classic simnel cake. If you don’t have the time to bake one yourself then this is the next best thing. Some that we tried were a bit dry but this one has stayed deliciously moist.”

9 Delicious hand iced chocolate biscuits inspired by classic Faberge eggs. The tin is almost as pretty as the biscuits themselves making this an excellent Easter gifting option.

Lucy said, “The icing detail is so impressive, but the biscuits themself are also a delight thanks to their lovely buttery snap.”

Your favourite caterpillar cake has had an Easter make over! Perfect for a party, this cake is always a crowd pleaser. Decorated with a thick layer of milk chocolate and white chocolate eggs.

Jo said, "It delivers exactly what you want from a party cake, soft sponge, nostalgic flavour and instant smiles.”

How did we test the best Easter buys?

Every product is entered by the supplier and blind-tasted in the woman&home Test Kitchen by our expert food team. Drawing on their collective experience as professional recipe developers, food stylists and food writers, the panel carefully assesses each item to determine the standout winners.

The judging panel is led by Group Food Director Jen Bedloe, alongside Food Editor Jess Meyer, Deputy Food Editor Rose Fooks, Food Writer Lucy Kirkpatrick and Food Assistant Johanna Mentel. As well as flavour, each entry is evaluated on its overall appeal, including texture, appearance, portion size and value for money, to ensure only the very best Easter products make the final list.

Why you can trust us

Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test here.