No Bake Birds Nest Cookies (Printable)

Chocolate and peanut butter nests filled with colorful candy eggs, ready in 15 minutes without baking.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups chow mein noodles or pretzel sticks
02 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
03 - 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
04 - 1/3 cup butterscotch chips, optional

→ Topping

05 - 54 candy-coated chocolate eggs

# Steps:

01 - Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butterscotch chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth, approximately 1-2 minutes total.
03 - Gently fold chow mein noodles or pretzel sticks into the melted chocolate mixture until evenly coated throughout.
04 - Drop approximately 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto prepared baking sheets. Shape into small nests, creating a well in the center to hold the eggs.
05 - Place 2-3 candy eggs in the center of each nest while the mixture remains soft and pliable.
06 - Allow cookies to set at room temperature for 1 hour, or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until firm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together faster than you can preheat your oven, which you never even need to turn on
  • The messy hands and sticky fingers part is half the fun, especially if you have little helpers
  • One batch makes enough to share with neighbors, teachers, or your late night chocolate cravings
02 -
  • Work quickly once the noodles are coated because the chocolate will start setting and become harder to shape
  • If your kitchen is warm, the nests might soften slightly after sitting out, so keep them cool until serving
  • The butterscotch chips are completely optional but honestly make these taste like something from a professional bakery
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform nests that look like they came from a bakery
  • Lightly coat your hands with cooking spray before shaping to prevent sticking

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