Consumer Alert: Reese’s mini eggs shrink in size just in time for Easter but price stays the same

Packaging change reduces product weight by four ounces while design and price remain largely unchanged

HERSHEY, Pa. – Reese’s peanut butter mini eggs are facing renewed scrutiny from consumers after shoppers noticed a reduction in package size just weeks before the Easter holiday, a peak sales period for seasonal candy.

Images circulating online show two nearly identical packages of Reese’s Mini Eggs, with one labeled at 8 ounces (226 grams) and a newer version reduced to 7.6 ounces (215 grams). The packaging design remains largely consistent, with similar branding, colors, and layout, making the size change less noti...