It’s a busy time of year for chocolatiers and bakers, brimming with commercial opportunity. Make the most of the seasonal boom with theming that carries through to your easter boxes.
We celebrate Easter with copious quantities of chocolate. According to recent estimates, 80 to 90 million Easter eggs are sold each year in the UK. And that doesn’t even include the other sweet treats procured and enjoyed over the holiday weekend.
Why Easter Egg Packaging Matters
You’re no doubt already preparing for that first weekend of April, making plans for Easter products that customers of all ages can enjoy. But have you considered how high-quality themed packaging could boost your 2026 sales? And do you know how many Easter box options are available to you?
There are three essential reasons to invest in some effective Easter packaging, whether it’s an Easter egg box or an Easter Advent calendar:
- Protection in Transit: Reliable, durable packaging is the gold standard for confectioners year-round, as chocolate and baked goods are notoriously fragile. This is especially crucial when packaging easter eggs. These hollow chocolate shells are delicate and, if improperly stored for a customer, prone to breaking before they reach their destination.
- Consistent, Aligned Marketing: If your product is a beautiful Easter chocolate set featuring painted eggs, carrots, and hopping bunnies, or perhaps a hand-poured Belgian egg, it deserves more than plain packaging. Ensure your seasonal products stand out to customers with Easter boxes that match their carefully considered theming.
- Meeting Customer Demand: Easter egg boxes, Easter calendars, and other packaging options themed around this holiday meet a clear demand. 70% of UK consumers purchased an Easter gift in 2024, most of which were edible. Customers want to buy these seasonal treats, and the care and attention that goes into creating special Easter packaging doesn’t go unnoticed.
Different Types of Easter Egg Boxes and Packaging
There are various types of Easter boxes and packaging options. Some might come to mind immediately, like the standard Easter egg box format, while others might be unexpectedly perfect for your needs.
Here are seven options available to Meridian customers:
A-Frame Easter Egg Cartons
These A-frame Easter egg cartons are purchasable in the traditional seasonal shape and a similar tapered format. They’re fitted with an egg-shaped rPET window, giving customers a clear view of your product while keeping it fully protected. An internal plinth included with the carton keeps the egg secure, even if sent by post.
The cartons come in six different Easter hues (gold, silver, lilac, yellow, green and white) and three sizes.
Clear Easter Egg Cartons
Available in rectangular or tapered styles and in four sizes, these cartons are similar in shape to standard A-frames. The one key distinction? They’re made of clear plastic.
Consider these cartons for a modern, distinctive look that really showcases your product. A hand-decorated egg, for instance, could really shine in this format, free of the distractions of opaque packaging. Complete your PVC carton purchase with a plinth or an angled base.
Plinths and Angled Bases
The traditional A-frame option includes an internal plinth. But, if you’ve opted for a PVC carton, you’ll need to complete your selection with either a plinth or an angled base.
Plinths are available in five sizes, four colours and two styles (rectangular and tapered). They come with ribbon slots for egg securing purposes. Angled bases are available in four sizes and two colours, only suited to use with the tapered clear carton style.
Easter Ballotins
We have several Easter and spring-themed ballotin boxes available to purchase. These versatile tapered boxes can contain the following quantities of chocolate:
- One
- Two
- Four
- Six
- 100g
- 125g
- 250g
- 375g
- 500g
- 750g
- 1000g
Select between seasonal options like ‘Spots and Dots’, ‘Eggs upon Eggs’, ‘Sunshine Yellow’ and ‘Vibrant Green’. Seal the box with ribbon, a label, or a sticky tab (any of which could also be themed to the Easter occasion).
Easter A-Frame Cartons
Our Easter A-frame cartons (not to be confused with our A-Frame Easter egg cartons, which are larger and specifically made for eggs) are perfect for bagged sweets and confectionery, with an easy-to-seal tapered design.
Choose between plain and windowed styles, and select from miniature, small, or large sizes. There are three Easter-themed designs available.
Chocolate Boxes with Windowed Easter Lids
For holiday packaging with no excess waste, consider adding a different lid to packaging you may already have purchased from us.
We sell fold-up lids featuring a seasonal Easter egg pattern and a recyclable egg-shaped window cut-out. Available in 12-cavity and 24-cavity capacities, these lids are designed to fit our standard chocolate box bases of the same size.
12-Day Easter Calendars
Your Advent calendar ideas don’t need to stay in December anymore. Bring the magic of Christmas into spring with an Advent calendar for Easter.
Made with high-quality materials, our Easter 2026 calendar includes a vac-form tray to fill with foodstuffs like truffles or small non-perishable items. It spans 12 days, giving your customers a chance to count down to Easter Sunday with their kids, and it’s available in four themed Easter designs.
Easter Boxes for Your Seasonal Products
If you’re seeking out the perfect packaging for your Easter product offerings, one of our custom Easter box options should suit.
Whether it’s a full Easter Advent calendar or a simple four-chocolate ballotin you’re hoping to theme, we have options that match the holiday’s whimsical aesthetic without sacrificing quality. Every piece of packaging we sell is robust, well tested, and fit for purpose.
If you have any questions about our Easter boxes, get in touch today to speak with the team.