Description
Birds Nest Cookies are a delightful no-bake treat combining melted white chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy chow mein noodles, shaped into nest-like cookies and topped with colorful Cadbury Mini Eggs. These sweet and crunchy nests are perfect for festive occasions like Easter or anytime you crave a quick, charming dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 11 oz bag white chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
Mix-ins
- 1 8 oz can chow mein noodles
Topping
- Cadbury Mini Eggs, around 36 eggs
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate and Mix: In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave the white chocolate chips for about 1 minute, stirring every 15 seconds to ensure smooth melting. Once melted, stir in the powdered sugar and creamy peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Chow Mein Noodles: Gently fold the chow mein noodles into the chocolate-peanut butter mixture using a silicone spoon. Stir carefully to coat all the noodles evenly without breaking them.
- Prepare Muffin Tin and Form Nests: Spray a standard-size muffin tin with nonstick spray and lightly wipe away excess oil with a paper towel. Using a rounded tablespoon, scoop portions of the mixture into each muffin cup. Press down in the center of each to create a small dip resembling a bird’s nest.
- Add Mini Eggs and Chill: Place three Cadbury Mini Eggs into the center dip of each nest. Refrigerate the tin for about 20 minutes or until the nests are set and firm. Once solid, carefully remove the nests from the muffin tin—using a fork if needed to loosen—and serve.
Notes
- Microwaving in short intervals and stirring helps prevent the chocolate from burning.
- Make sure to fold the chow mein noodles gently to keep them whole and crunchy.
- If you don’t have a muffin tin, you can shape the nests on parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Store the nests in the refrigerator to keep them firm and fresh.
- These nests can be customized with different types of candy eggs or sprinkles for decoration.
