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Easter Springtime Bird Nests

Delicious Easter Springtime Bird Nests for Sweet Family Fun

These Easter Springtime Bird Nests are a delightful treat that brings family together for fun and creativity.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 nests
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nests
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows Can substitute with 3/4 cup of large marshmallows
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Margarine can be used for dietary preferences
  • 3 cups Chow Mein Noodles Alternatives include broken pretzel sticks or Rice Krispie cereal
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Candy Fillings Choose from jelly beans, M&Ms, or Robin's Eggs

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spoon
  • PAM cooking spray
  • knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Spray a muffin pan with PAM cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add mini marshmallows to the melted butter and microwave for 45 seconds, stirring until smooth.
  4. Fold in the Chow Mein noodles until coated in the marshmallow mixture.
  5. Spoon the mixture into each muffin cup, creating a small indent for candy.
  6. For free-form nests, drop spoonfuls onto waxed paper and shape with hands.
  7. Chill the muffin pan in the freezer for about an hour to firm up.
  8. Run a knife around the edges and gently pop out the nests.
  9. Fill the nests with your favorite candy decorations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1nestCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These nests are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge.

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