No. 40053

Easter

Easter Bunny with Basket

The Easter Bunny with Basket is a charming seasonal set.

Time on the shelf Retired

Released Jan 2013

Before you buy

Who it's for
Ages 6+ · Beginner build Perfect for children and casual LEGO fans looking for a quick and enjoyable build.
Build
96 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost
Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★★☆ 4.0 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

A cute and simple build that's perfect for Easter decorations. Fans appreciate the charming design and ease of assembly, although some find the piece count a bit low for the price.

📝 Our Take

The Easter Bunny with Basket is a charming seasonal set. Released in 2013, it captures the spirit of Easter with a cute brick-built bunny holding a basket full of colorful eggs, perfect for adding a festive touch to any LEGO collection.

This set is perfect for Easter enthusiasts and LEGO collectors of all ages. With its simple build and delightful design, it makes a great gift or a fun little project to celebrate the holiday.

Skip this if you're looking for complex building techniques or extensive play features. Consider other LEGO Easter sets like the Easter Bunny's Carrot House (40587-1) for a more elaborate build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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96
Pieces
⏱
1h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
👤
6+
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Simple and straightforward building process.
  • Uses basic LEGO elements to create a recognizable Easter Bunny figure.
  • Colorful basket design adds to the festive charm.
  • Easy to disassemble and rebuild into alternate designs.

📖 About This Set

Easter has arrived!

Easter is here with a buildable LEGO® Easter Bunny with moving ears and whiskers. Carrying his bright yellow basket into town by attaching the basket to bunny’s paws and hiding the colorful studs just like Easter eggs. Move the ears and whiskers! Makes a great addition to any Easter basket.

• Features basket, Easter egg LEGO® studs, moveable ears and whiskers
• Move the bunny’s ears and whiskers!
• Attach the bright LEGO® brick basket to the bunny’s paws
• Makes a great addition to any Easter basket!

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO Easter sets, the Easter Bunny with Basket is a smaller, more straightforward build. Sets like the Easter Bunny's Carrot House (40587-1) offer a more complex and detailed building experience, but the 40053-1 provides a simple and charming alternative for casual builders or those with limited space.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
96
Parts cataloged in this inventory
35 unique parts, 96 pieces
The set features a good selection of Light Bluish Gray slopes and plates, useful for creating smooth surfaces and details. The printed 1x1 brick with eye pattern is exclusive to a few sets.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin (8x)
Yellow Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex (4x)
White Brick 1 x 1 with Simple Black Eye with White Pupil Print (2x)

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Create a small Easter-themed garden scene
🚗 Build a tiny Easter parade float
🤖 Design a robotic Easter bunny

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Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

35 Unique Parts

96 Official Piece Count

96 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

0 Minifigures

11 Spare Parts

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