Yes, the Easter Bunny is back, and he’s brought his assortment of cocoa-derived goodies with him. For those who crave something a little more recherché in their basket this weekend, however, here are a few treats that will please both the eye and the palate.
Beta5 Cassowary Eggs
If you’re never heard of a cassowary, don’t be ashamed. This large, flightless bird is native to the tropical forests of the South Pacific, and is only outsized by the ostrich and emu. Cassowary eggs are large in size (up to six inches in height) and a bright green or blue. Beta5’s versions are covered in dark chocolate and candy, and filled with an assortment of pebbles, including raspberry almonds, sun-dried cherries, praline pecans and candied ginger. Each one is unique, just like the real thing. $35. Beta5Chocolates.com
Thierry Fromage au mousse blanc
Let them eat cake! This delicate white mousse cheesecake is layered with lemon curd and cassis linzer for a light, bright and colourful dessert that sings of spring and Easter feasts. Individual $7.50, small $31.95, medium $41.95, large $51.95. ThierryChocolates.com
Thomas Haas Race Car Roadster
Not everyone is into fluffy, pink bunnies. Thomas Haas has long been creating whimsical chocolate sculptures. One of his new Easter creations is this race car roadster, perfect for Formula One fans. The half-egg roadsters are entirely edible and accented with chocolate wheels and happy-go-lucky drivers. $39. ThomasHaas.com
Chez Christophe Artistic Eggs
For the art lover in your life, how about an egg that hints at Picasso or Dalí? These dark chocolate hollow eggs are filled with assorted truffles. Order in advance if you’d like to choose your flavours. Prices range from $18.50 for a small version up to $150 for the extra-primo-grande size. Christophe-Chocolat.com
Bel Café Hot Cross Buns & Marshmallows
Just like the nursery rhyme, these are hot, buttery and glazed with sugary goodness. And at $2.80 each, you can buy a few extra to share with friends. Chase them with these Easter-themed marshmallow fingers in lime, black currant and strawberry. $6 for box of three. BelCafe.com
Chocolate Arts Animals
For the animal lover in all of us come these free-spirited sculptures in milk or dark chocolate, filled with foiled treats. The Chocara Charlie Bunny is stuffed with five mini Chocara bars (caramel, peanut butter and organic rice crisps), while Piggy is filled with five solid chocolate eggs. Bunny $36.95, Piggy $28.95. ChocolateArts.com
