Introduction

Birds Nest Cookies are a delightful no-bake treat combining rich chocolate, butterscotch, and crunchy chow mein noodles. Topped with colorful Cadbury mini eggs, these nests are perfect for holidays or anytime you want a quick, festive dessert.

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Ingredients

2 cups milk chocolate chips
2 cups butterscotch chips
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
12 ounces chow mein noodles
1 (9-ounce) bag Cadbury mini eggs

Instructions

Step 1: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and creamy peanut butter.
Step 2: Microwave the mixture, stirring every 30 seconds, until completely melted and smooth.
Step 3: Stir in the chow mein noodles until they are evenly coated with the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture.
Step 4: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture for each cookie and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 5: Top each cookie with 3 Cadbury mini eggs, arranging them to look like bird’s nests.
Step 6: Let the nests sit at room temperature until the chocolate hardens and sets, about 30 minutes.

Tips & Variations

For a nut-free version, replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or omit it altogether.
You can substitute Cadbury mini eggs with other small candy eggs or jelly beans for different colors and flavors.
Press the candy eggs gently into the nests to help them stay in place as the chocolate sets.
If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate the nests briefly to speed up the hardening process.

Storage

Store the bird’s nest cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Let the cookies come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use dark or white chocolate instead of milk chocolate?

Yes, you can substitute dark or white chocolate chips for the milk chocolate to vary the flavor, but keep the total chocolate quantity the same for best results.

What if I don’t have a microwave?

You can melt the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, stirring frequently until smooth.

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Birds Nest Cookies are a delightful and festive treat featuring crunchy chow mein noodles coated in a luscious mix of melted milk chocolate, butterscotch chips, and creamy peanut butter, then topped with colorful Cadbury mini eggs. Perfect for Easter or any spring celebration, these no-bake cookies are easy to prepare and irresistibly crunchy and sweet.

Author: Lila
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Chocolate Mixture

2 cups milk chocolate chips
2 cups butterscotch chips
¼ cup creamy peanut butter

Mix-ins

12 ounces chow mein noodles

Toppings

1 (9-ounce) bag Cadbury mini eggs

Instructions

Melt Chocolate and Butterscotch: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 cups of milk chocolate chips, 2 cups of butterscotch chips, and ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter. Microwave the mixture, stirring every 30 seconds, until it is fully melted and smooth.
Mix in Noodles: Add 12 ounces of chow mein noodles to the melted chocolate mixture and stir thoroughly to coat all the noodles evenly.
Form Nests: Using a tablespoon or scoop, portion out about 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, forming little nest shapes.
Add Cadbury Eggs: Top each nest with 3 Cadbury mini eggs, pressing them gently into the nests so they stick.
Set and Serve: Allow the nests to sit at room temperature until the chocolate hardens and sets completely, which may take about 30 minutes to 1 hour. Once hardened, the cookies are ready to serve and enjoy.

Notes

For quicker setting, you can refrigerate the nests for about 15-20 minutes.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for extended freshness.
These cookies are naturally gluten-free as chow mein noodles are typically gluten-free, but always check the brand to be sure.
Feel free to substitute the Cadbury mini eggs with other small candy-coated chocolates or jelly beans for a different look.
Be cautious not to overheat the chocolate and peanut butter mixture in the microwave to prevent burning.

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