Description

Delight in these charming Birds Nest Cookies, a no-bake treat combining the crunch of chow mein noodles with the rich flavors of milk chocolate, butterscotch, and creamy peanut butter, topped with colorful Cadbury mini eggs for a festive finish perfect for spring celebrations or anytime you want a sweet, easy dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Chocolate Mixture

2 cups milk chocolate chips
2 cups butterscotch chips
¼ cup creamy peanut butter

Mix-ins

12 ounces chow mein noodles

Topping

1 (9-ounce) bag Cadbury mini eggs (approximately 3 eggs per cookie)

Instructions

Prepare the chocolate mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 cups of milk chocolate chips, 2 cups of butterscotch chips, and ¼ cup of creamy peanut butter. Microwave the mixture, stirring every 30 seconds, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
Mix with chow mein noodles: Stir 12 ounces of chow mein noodles into the melted chocolate mixture, combining thoroughly so the noodles are evenly coated.
Form the nests: Scoop out 2 tablespoons of the mixture per cookie and place each scoop onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to form a nest shape.
Add mini egg toppings: Top each nest with three Cadbury mini eggs, gently pressing them into the chocolate-chow mein base.
Set the cookies: Allow the nests to sit at room temperature until the chocolate hardens completely, firming up the cookie structure.

Notes

Ensure the chow mein noodles are fresh for the best crunch and flavor.
You can substitute creamy peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter if preferred or to accommodate allergies.
For faster setting, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator to keep them crisp.
These cookies do not require baking, making them a quick and easy treat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Birds Nest Cookies, no-bake cookies, chow mein noodles cookies, chocolate butterscotch nests, peanut butter cookies, Cadbury mini eggs