Description
Delightful no-bake chocolate bird nests bring whimsical spring charm to dessert tables with minimal effort. Sweet chocolate clusters nestled with delicate candy eggs create a playful treat perfect for seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups cocoa rice krispies
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Decorative Ingredients:
- 36 Cadbury mini eggs
Instructions
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, using 30-second intervals on low power and stirring between each interval until completely smooth and liquid.
- Incorporate peanut butter into the melted chocolate, mixing thoroughly to create a uniform chocolatey blend.
- Add Rice Krispies to the chocolate-peanut butter mixture, gently folding until every cereal piece is evenly coated with the rich, glossy mixture.
- Prepare a 12-count muffin tin by lightly greasing each cup with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Distribute the chocolate-coated cereal mixture evenly across the muffin tin, pressing firmly to ensure each nest is compact and well-formed.
- Create a gentle indentation in the center of each nest using a round measuring spoon, forming a small hollow for egg placement.
- Chill the muffin tin in the refrigerator or freezer until the nests become firm and hold their shape, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the hardened nests from the tin and delicately place three Cadbury mini eggs in the center of each nest.
- Allow the nests to set completely at room temperature, then serve and enjoy these whimsical chocolate treats.
Notes
- Ensure chocolate chips melt slowly to prevent burning by using low microwave power and stirring frequently during intervals.
- Create smooth coating by mixing peanut butter thoroughly with melted chocolate before adding Rice Krispies for even distribution.
- Use cooking spray or butter generously to prevent sticking and make nest removal easier from muffin tin.
- Customize the recipe by substituting chocolate with dairy-free alternatives for vegan diets or swapping mini eggs with nuts, dried fruits, or allergy-friendly candies to suit different preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 98 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg