Hop into Spring!
Build your own Easter Bunny

Bring the joy of Easter to life with this charming 96-piece set from 2013. A delightful addition to any Easter basket or LEGO collection!

🏛 Easter
Set #40053

Easter Bunny with Basket

The Easter Bunny with Basket is a charming seasonal set.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for children and casual LEGO fans looking for a quick and enjoyable build. ⏱ 1 hr build 🧩 96 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

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
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
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.

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
C+
Investment Grade
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The Easter Bunny with Basket (40053-1) presents a modest investment opportunity. As a retired seasonal set, its value is driven by collectors seeking to complete their holiday-themed LEGO collections. The relatively low piece count and original retail price limit its potential for significant appreciation, but its collectibility and seasonal appeal should help it maintain its value. While not a high-growth investment, it's a low-risk option for those interested in niche LEGO collecting.

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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.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 35 unique parts • 87 total pieces

Lever Small Base with Black Lever Lever Small Base ...
Part #: 298c02 White
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Red
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 with Simple Black Eye with White Pupil Print Brick 1 x 1 with ...
Part #: 3005pr0003 White
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Yellow
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Yellow
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Yellow
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Red
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Yellow
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Yellow
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3676 Yellow
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate - Top Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3679 Light Bluish Gray
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate, Base Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3680 White
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794b Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Cross Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 4150 White
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Blue
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 6091 Yellow
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Bright Pink
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Dark Purple
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Lime
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 White
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Orange
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Red
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 White
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Angled Handles on Side Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92692 White
Plant, Flower 2 x 2 - Round [Solid Stud] Plant, Flower 2 x...
Part #: 98262 White
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.

💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin (8x) $0.80
Yellow Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex (4x) $0.60
White Brick 1 x 1 with Simple Black Eye with White Pupil Print (2x) $1.50
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$2.90

💡 MOC Potential

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

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Charts Inventory Statistics

35
Unique Parts
87
Total Pieces
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