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Document and Entity Information (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Jul. 03, 2011
Jul. 29, 2011
Sep. 30, 2010
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]      
Entity Registrant Name HAWKINS INC    
Entity Central Index Key 0000046250    
Document Type 10-Q    
Document Period End Date Jul. 03, 2011    
Amendment Flag false    
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2012    
Document Fiscal Period Focus Q1    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --04-01    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer No    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Filer Category Accelerated Filer    
Entity Public Float     $ 309.4
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   10,366,935