Easter Nests with Jelly Bean Eggs
Create a festive treat that's as delightful to look at as it is to eat with these charming Easter Nests with Jelly Bean Eggs! Perfect for springtime gatherings or Easter celebrations, this no-bake recipe combines crunchy shredded wheat cereal with rich semi-sweet chocolate for a perfectly sweet and crispy base. Each adorable "nest" is filled with colorful jelly bean "eggs," making them a playful and kid-friendly addition to your holiday dessert table. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, these whimsical treats are both fun and incredibly easy to make. Whether you're crafting edible decorations or looking for a quick snack, these Easter nests are sure to wow your guests and satisfy every sweet tooth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Shredded wheat cereal
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons Honey or light corn syrup
- 1 cup Jelly beans
Instructions
Break the shredded wheat cereal into small pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, butter, and honey (or light corn syrup).
Microwave the mixture in 20-30 second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the shredded wheat cereal and stir until the cereal is fully coated.
Line a muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
Spoon the chocolate-coated cereal mixture into the lined muffin cups, pressing down gently with the back of a spoon to shape the 'nests' and create a small indentation in the center of each one.
Let the nests set in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, or until the chocolate is firm.
Once the nests are fully set, remove them from the muffin tin and carefully peel off the paper liners.
Fill each nest with a few jelly beans to resemble 'eggs'.
Serve immediately or store the nests in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3112 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.3 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.5 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 270 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 573.7 g | 209% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.8 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 352.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 392 mg | 8% | |
*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.
