There’s something irresistible about a small, rubbery duck — and it’s even more appealing when it’s crafted from chocolate. I remembered Cybele’s review of a tiny Easter duck at Candyblog and how cute it looked, even if the taste didn’t match the appearance. So when I spotted similar items at a Leonidas shop, I couldn’t resist taking a closer look.
The Leonidas ducks stand roughly 2.5 inches tall and are molded from white chocolate. At first I hesitated to eat one because they’re so charming, but the white chocolate surprised me: creamy, smooth and less cloyingly sweet than many white chocolates can be. The balance of flavor is excellent — rich without being overpowering — and the texture is pleasingly soft. These ducks were sold in stores for about $2 each and were available in white, milk and dark chocolate; the white version is undeniably the cutest.
Leonidas also offers a selection that is available online: foil-wrapped mini Easter eggs sold in assorted packages. These come in nine different varieties that include milk, dark and white chocolates with a range of fillings — from classic hazelnut and chocolate praline to more adventurous choices like Pop Rocks in ganache. I noticed the Pop Rocks variety in two different store assortments, which added a playful, unexpected texture among otherwise traditional fillings.
The chocolates are consistently smooth with pronounced cocoa notes, and the fillings are more inventive than what you often find in standard holiday mixes. That variety makes this assortment a particularly appealing option for anyone looking for gourmet Easter treats. While prices in some stores were lower than the online bulk price, either option felt like a good value given the quality and the fun range of flavors.
Overall, Leonidas’s seasonal offerings deliver both visual charm and satisfying flavor. The molded ducks are a delightful, giftable item with a surprisingly well-balanced white chocolate, and the foil-wrapped mini eggs offer a broad, enjoyable selection for sharing or sampling. For Easter chocolates that combine whimsy and good taste, these Leonidas items are worth considering.