Bird’s Nest Treats are a delightful, no-bake snack that is both fun to make and delicious to eat, making them the perfect addition to your Easter celebrations. These sweet, crunchy nests resemble the cozy homes of birds and are filled with colorful candy eggs, making them a festive treat that both kids and adults will love. Whether you’re hosting an Easter party, participating in an Easter egg hunt, or simply looking for a fun snack, Bird’s Nest Treats are sure to be a hit.
The base of these treats is typically made with crispy chow mein noodles or cornflakes, which provide a light, crunchy texture. The noodles or flakes are coated with a mixture of melted chocolate or butterscotch chips and peanut butter, which helps to bind the ingredients together and add a rich, sweet flavor. Once the mixture has cooled slightly, it is shaped into little nest-like formations on a baking sheet or parchment paper.
To complete the nests, colorful candy eggs, such as jelly beans or chocolate eggs, are placed in the center of each nest, mimicking the appearance of real bird’s eggs. These treats can be made in various sizes, from mini nests to larger ones, depending on your preference. The fun part is getting creative with the decoration, adding sprinkles, shredded coconut (dyed green for a grass-like effect), or even a drizzle of extra melted chocolate.
Bird’s Nest Treats are not only a fun activity for children but also a simple, stress-free snack to prepare for any Easter gathering. They can be made in advance and stored at room temperature or in the fridge, where they will keep their shape and flavor. These no-bake treats are the perfect combination of crunchy, sweet, and colorful, making them a delightful addition to your Easter celebrations or springtime parties.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chow mein noodles Crunchy variety
- 1 cup chocolate chips Can use milk or dark chocolate
- 1/4 cup peanut butter Creamy peanut butter preferred
- 1 cup candy-coated chocolate eggs For decoration
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted chocolate mixture with the chow mein noodles, stirring until the noodles are well coated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out small portions of the noodle mixture and shape into nests on the prepared baking sheet.
- Press three or four candy-coated chocolate eggs into the center of each nest.
- Allow the nests to set at room temperature or refrigerate them for faster setting.
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This looks way too easy. Are you sure it tastes good? Can’t be that simple!
I love the idea but I accidentally used rice noodles instead. They still turned out delicious! 😂
Rice noodles?! That’s funny! 😂 Glad they turned out good anyway! Maybe I should try that too!
I tried them and they were gone in minutes! Big hit at the family gathering! 🍫
I’m glad they were a hit! We loved them too. Super easy to make!
These are so cute! I made them for my kids and they loved it. Easy to make too!
Seems like something from a kids party or somethin’, idk if adults would like it much.
I dunno, this looks kinda weird. Not sure if I’ll try it.
I thought the same thing at first, but they taste amazing! You should give them a try. They’re super fun and kids love them!
Weird? I just don’t get it. How can noodles and chocolate go together? Seems gross to me.
I followed the recipe but it didn’t hold its shape. What did I do wrong?!
Yum!! Got a recipe similar to this from my grandma but she used marshmallows instead. Still great!