Are you on the search for the perfect Easter gifts for your teen boy? Here are 50+ Easter Basket Ideas for Teenage Boys.
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It’s no secret that teen boys are notoriously hard to buy for. When it comes to birthdays, Christmas or any holiday trying to find the perfect gift can definitely be a challenge.
But for me, Easter has been the most difficult since my boys have gotten older. Gone are the days when sidewalk chalk, bubbles, and, stuffed rabbits were enough. Once my boys became teenagers, I knew I needed to get creative and find an easier way to assemble their Easter baskets.
Many years ago, I had read about the four-gift rule for Christmas and thought it was so clever. As I’m sure you are aware shopping for Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers for teen boys can seem impossible.
However, last year this Christmas rule inspired me at Easter. I decided that I would assemble the Easter baskets into four categories to make them as easy as possible when I went Easter shopping. I simply picked a theme, added some snacks, chose a gift card to include, and finished off by adding their favorite candy.
If you have teen boys, you might want to eliminate the “Easter basket” altogether. I know my boys would much prefer to receive their easter goodies in things like tackle boxes, storage baskets (from Dollar Tree), or even a shower caddy. Plus, these items are useful later.
If you are struggling to think of the perfect Easter basket ideas for your teenage son, hopefully, this list of over 50 ideas will make Easter shopping much easier for you this year.
50+ Easter Basket Ideas for Teenage Boys
Pick a Theme
Picking a theme can be as easy as just choosing something that you know that they love. Do they love all things tech? Or a favorite television series that they can’t miss? Add 2-3 items from the ideas below to start assembling the perfect Easter basket.
- Fishing theme- Include a fishing pole and tackle and put it into a tackle box.
- Beach theme- You can add a beach towel, sunglasses, and swim trunks.
- Tech theme- How about a charger, pop socket, earbuds, or phone stand?
- Favorite music, tv shows, or movies theme- If your teen is a huge Star Wars fan, you could make a theme basket for Star Wars that includes a t-shirt, mug, or a Funko Pop Figure.
- Water Bottle Theme- I don’t know about you but I’m always encouraging my boys to drink more water. Get a water bottle, some cool stickers so they can personalize it and some Gatorade drink packets to add to their basket.
- Fitness theme– Get some resistance bands, an athletic shirt, and, a small duffel bag (perfect to put all your teen’s Easter gifts instead of a basket).
- Vacation theme– Heading somewhere special this year? Fill their basket with things they can use on vacation. On our last Disney trip, I included a Disney t-shirt they could wear to the parks, a Disney mask, hand sanitizer, and cooling towels.
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- Bath and Body theme- Bath and body gift sets are the perfect solution when you don’t know what else to add to your teen boy’s Easter basket. Items such as body wash, cologne, and lip balm are always a hit.
- Car enthusiast theme– This car wash and wax kit works great. (my teens approve) You can also add in an air freshener, and key chain.
- Artist theme- If your teen likes to draw, how about a drawing set. If they like to paint, this small, inexpensive paint set would be a great Easter gift idea.
- Shaving theme– You can include razors and shaving cream in their basket for a shaving theme.
- Game theme- Card games make great gifts. A few of my teen’s favorites include Skipboo, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza. The Mind Card game or Exploding Kittens.
- Sports theme- Add in some favorite memorabilia from your teen’s favorite sports team.
- Book theme- Do you have a teen that loves to read? Pick up a book from their favorite series or a gift card so they can pick out their own.
- Popcorn and Movie theme– Add in some microwave popcorn and popcorn seasonings, a box of M&M’s to add in with a movie (this is one of my teen’s favorite) for a fun movie night theme.
- Gaming theme- Is your teen a gamer? Include a video game, skin for controller, t-shirt, or cool socks.
- Cooking theme- How about a cookbook for teens, cooking utensils, or a cooking apron?
- Brainteaser theme- Does your teen like to solve puzzles? They may like a new Rubix cube, puzzle books, or brain teasers.
- Build it theme- Lego sets, model kits, 3D puzzles are perfect Easter gifts for the teen that likes to build.
Add some snacks
Besides gift cards, snacks are always on the top of my teen’s wishlist for gifts. Here are a few ideas your teen may like.
- Chips (my boys love pringles) The small cans or small bags of chips work great for this.
- Peanuts, Almonds or Pistachio
- Sunflower Seeds (my boys enjoy the flavored kinds like ranch and dill pickle)
- Beef Jerky or Slim Jims
- Combos
- Popcorn
Choose a Gift Card
Gift Cards for the win. When it comes to teen boys, give cards seem to be the number one most requested gift to receive.
- Amazon
- Apple
- Google Play
- Restaurants like Taco Bell, McDonald’s, Subway, Dunkin’ Donuts, or Starbucks are always a hit.
- Movie Gift Cards
- Walmart, Target, or Best Buy.
Finish with Favorite Candy
Of course, what would an Easter basket be without some of their favorite candy? Here are a few ideas for some candy your teenager might enjoy.
- Skittles
- Chocolate Easter Bunny (no matter how old my kids get, this is a must-have.)
- Bean Boozled game
- Jelly Belly Jelly Beans
- Cadbury creme eggs
- Gum
- Mints
There you go. I hope these Easter basket ideas for Teen Boys have been helpful to you and it makes your Easter shopping a breeze this year.
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