# Cereal-Made Candy Carriers Food Blogger Erin Phraner Creates the Ultimate Edible Easter Basket By Meghan Young | Published 2014-04-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-easter-basket References: [delish](http://www.delish.com/food/recalls-reviews/cereal-easter-basket-ghk0414) & [foodnfemininity.blogspot](http://foodnfemininity.blogspot.com) While some people will be right in thinking that children get enough [candy during the Easter holiday](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoppy-easter-chocolate-treats-box) as it is, the Edible Easter Basket is too good to not attempt making. A do-it-yourself kitchen project, it takes the sweet treats to a whole new level. Carrying candy in a carrier that is just as sweet? There is no doubt that the Edible Easter Basket will inspire a similar Edible Halloween Basket. Conceived by food blogger and editor at Good Housekeeping, Erin Phraner, the Edible Easter Basket is made out of fruity pebble cereal and [marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetpuffed-dip-decorate-marshmallows). Essentially a sculpted [Rice Krispies treat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-square) without the Rice Krispies, it is a colorfully delicious alternative to the now boring weaved baskets out there. Once filled, the giver will be considered the best parent ever. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Edible Easter Basket:** Creating edible baskets made out of cereal and marshmallows is a disruptive innovation opportunity to transform the traditional Easter basket. - **Edible Halloween Basket:** Expanding the concept of edible baskets to Halloween can open up new markets for unique candy carriers. - **Colorful Candy Carriers:** Using colorful and fun materials like fruity pebble cereal and marshmallows to create candy carriers is a trend that offers opportunities for creativity and customization. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can explore new product lines and collaborations to produce ready-made edible baskets made from cereal and marshmallows. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can incorporate edible baskets into their decor and party favors for Easter and Halloween events. - **Confectionery:** Confectionery companies can create specialty candies and treats specifically designed to fit into the edible baskets, catering to consumers' desire for unique and interactive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cereal-Studded Easter Eggs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-milk-chocolate-eggs.md) - [Rice Cereal-Studded Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-krispies-milk-chocolate-n-cereal-bunny.md) - [Traditional Handmade Easter Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-sweets-easter-products.md) - [Animal-Inspired Easter Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hershey-easter-products.md) - [Collaboration Easter Candy Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankford-candy-easter.md) - [Low-Sugar Easter Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-edition-easter-boxes.md) - [Branded Springtime Easter Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankford-candy-easter-products.md) - [Easter Marshmallow DIY Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-and-decorate-dozen.md) - [Tart Multi-Colored Easter Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamb-sour-rainbows-candy-cube.md)