Easter Egg Nest Treats
Celebrate springtime with these irresistibly adorable Easter Egg Nest Treats! A perfect no-bake dessert, these festive goodies combine the crunch of chow mein noodles with the creamy decadence of melted semi-sweet chocolate and butterscotch chips. Shaped into charming bird nest replicas and topped with colorful mini candy eggs, these treats are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Ready in just 20 minutes, they’re an ideal choice for Easter parties, family gatherings, or a fun kitchen activity with kids. With their sweet-salty balance and festive charm, these nests are sure to become a seasonal favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups chow mein noodles
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1.5 cups mini candy eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Line two large baking sheets with parchment or wax paper and set aside.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and unsalted butter.
Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the chocolate and butterscotch chips are fully melted and smooth. Avoid overheating to prevent burning.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing well.
Add the chow mein noodles to the melted chocolate mixture and gently toss until all the noodles are coated in chocolate.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the chocolate-coated noodles onto the prepared baking sheets and shape them into small nest-like circles. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to create a small indent in the center of each nest.
Once all the nests are shaped, press 2-3 mini candy eggs into the center of each nest.
Allow the nests to set at room temperature for about 1-2 hours, or place the baking sheets in the refrigerator for faster setting (around 30 minutes).
Once hardened, gently remove the nests from the parchment paper and serve.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 260.4 g | 334% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.4 g | 677% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 37.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1711 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 654.1 g | 238% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 459.8 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 454 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 854 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
