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Birds Nest Cookies

Birds Nest Cookies

Birds Nest Cookies are a fun and delightful no-bake treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and butterscotch with the satisfying crunch of chow mein noodles. These charming cookie nests are not just visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making them perfect for any occasion, especially Easter celebrations. With a quick preparation time and no baking required, these cookies can be assembled in minutes and enjoyed by kids and adults alike. Decorated with colorful candy eggs, they’re sure to steal the spotlight on any dessert table.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: About 12 cookie nests 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 ounces milk chocolate chips (preferably Guittard or Ghirardelli)
  • 12 ounces butterscotch chips
  • 12 ounces chow mein noodles
  • 36 candy eggs

Instructions

  1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips and butterscotch chips.
  2. Microwave in 30-second intervals until fully melted, stirring until smooth.
  3. Add chow mein noodles to the melted chocolate mixture, ensuring all noodles are well-coated.
  4. Using a spoon, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto parchment paper and shape into nest forms. Top each nest with three candy eggs.
  5. Allow the nests to set at room temperature until firm before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie nest (20g)
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Experiment with different types of chocolate or add nuts for extra texture. For added fun, let kids decorate their nests with sprinkles or mini chocolate chips.

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