Description
Birds Nest Cookies are a whimsical no-bake treat that brings a delightful touch to any gathering. With their combination of rich chocolate and sweet butterscotch, mixed with crunchy chow mein noodles, these cookies are perfect for celebrations like Easter or simply enjoying during springtime. Easy to prepare and fun to make with kids, these cookie nests can be topped with colorful candy eggs for an added festive flair. In just a few minutes, you can create these charming desserts that are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces milk chocolate chips (Guittard or Ghirardelli recommended)
- 12 ounces butterscotch chips
- 12 ounces chow mein noodles
- 36 candy eggs
Instructions
- Melt the milk chocolate and butterscotch chips in a large microwave-safe bowl using 30-second increments until smooth.
- Carefully fold in the chow mein noodles until fully coated in the chocolate mixture.
- Spoon 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto parchment paper to form nests, adding 3 candy eggs on top of each.
- Allow the cookies to set at room temperature until firm before serving.
- Prep Time: 6 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg