No-Bake Chocolate Bird Nests Recipe
These No-Bake Chocolate Bird Nests are a delightful, easy-to-make treat perfect for Easter or any festive occasion. Made with cocoa-flavored Rice Krispies, creamy peanut butter, and melted milk chocolate chips, these nests hold colorful Cadbury mini eggs for a fun and festive presentation. Ready in under 30 minutes, these no-bake nests are a great activity for kids and a delicious snack for chocolate lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 bird nests 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 3 cups cocoa Rice Krispies
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Decoration
- 36 Cadbury mini eggs
Instructions
- Melting the Chocolate: In a microwavable-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips on low-power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Combine Peanut Butter and Chocolate: Immediately after removing the melted chocolate from the microwave, stir in the peanut butter until well combined into a smooth mixture.
- Mix with Rice Krispies: Pour the chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the cocoa Rice Krispies. Stir gently but thoroughly to ensure all the cereal pieces are evenly coated.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Grease a 12-count muffin tin generously with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking of the nests.
- Scoop Mixture into Tin: Evenly divide the mixture among the muffin cups, pressing down lightly to fill each cup completely.
- Form the Nest Shape: Using a round measuring spoon or your fingers, gently hollow out the center of each cup to create a nest-like indentation.
- Chill to Set: Place the filled muffin tin in the refrigerator or freezer for at least 15 minutes or until the nests are firm enough to hold their shape.
- Add Mini Eggs: Once the nests are hardened, carefully place three Cadbury mini eggs in the center of each nest as decorative ‘eggs’.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for better binding and smoother texture.
- Ensure the chocolate is fully melted but not overheated to avoid scorching.
- You can substitute Cadbury mini eggs with any small candy eggs or jelly beans.
- Store the nests in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- This recipe is kid-friendly and requires no baking, making it perfect for a quick treat.
Keywords: No bake dessert, bird nests, chocolate treats, Easter candy, Rice Krispies dessert, peanut butter chocolate, kid-friendly snack
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