For the young, and the young at heart, Easter is a day of celebration, family and most importantly, Easter baskets -- candy-colored eggs and shiny plastic grass stuffed inside a festive basket, awaiting the arrival of the Easter Bunny and all the sugar-coated bliss that comes along.

But in recent years, candy lovers have woken up on that sweet Sunday to find the classic treats they've come to love have been replaced or modified in their baskets. The uncertainty that arises from the variety of candies, and new versions of old favorites, may cause people to become confused, disoriented or skeptical that the candy they are tasting will be satisfying and enjoyable.

For those who are unsure of what to do when an Easter basket is filled with new flavors, or for those looking to successfully fill an Easter basket of their own, this guide may help to ease the anxiety and send you hopping in the right direction.

Marshmallow Peeps:

Have no fear, these sugary shapes of marshmallow fluff are a constant symbol of Easter. Enjoy the traditional chicks or the festive bunnies. Both shapes now come in a variety of satisfying colors -- lavender, blue, pink, white and the original yellow.

When in doubt: If you're unsure, never trade in the classic -- the yellow baby chicks are the way to go.

Beware: The new Marshmallow Peeps cream eggs come in vanilla, orange and strawberry flavors. A small taste test may be wise before committing them to an Easter basket or putting a whole one in your stomach.

Jelly beans:

Fruity, chewy and sweet -- you can't go wrong. Or can you? A simple and pleasing Easter basket filler, choosing the right bean for your buck can sometimes go horribly wrong. Jelly Belly, Brach's, Smucker's, Starburst, spiced, sour, sugar-free, the list goes on. If the jelly beans in your basket are not pre-packaged, it's safe to assume the larger ones will be the traditional, semi-soft sugary beans, while the smaller ones may be for a more mature palate in flavors such as strawberry jam, cappuccino and pear.

When in doubt: Think of the one who will be enjoying the jelly treats. Is it you? Ask a friend to taste them if you're still unsure of what flavor may lie in each bean. Buying for someone else? For the jelly bean connoisseur, dainty Jelly Belly beans come in a heaping variety of delicious flavors. For the fan of the good old days, stick with the big colorful beans found at any grocery or drug store.

Beware: Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans, inspired by Harry Potter and created by Jelly Belly, boast a menu that includes, but is not limited to, vomit, dirt and ear wax. Even black licorice beans are no match for these foul flavors.

The Cadbury Creme Egg:

A milk-chocolate shell and oh-so-sweet gooey center, these candies have been outshining hardboiled Easter eggs in baskets for years.

It's hard to resist a candy advertised by a clucking bunny, and while the commercial campaign is tried and true, there are now a few new additions to this loveable candy line. Caramel-filled eggs and new chocolate truffle eggs have now joined the Cadbury dream team.

When in doubt: The original Cadbury Creme Egg is sweet, satisfying and the only Cadbury egg with the yolk-colored center in the creamy filling.

Beware: Swimming and operating heavy machinery directly after consuming an entire egg is not recommended. Try the miniature eggs for the amateur candy lover: all the taste and with less stomachache.