Best 2 Easter Egg Nest Treats Recipes

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easter with these charming Easter Egg Nest Treats, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy and sweetness to your springtime celebrations. Discover two irresistible variations – the classic Chocolate Easter Egg Nests and the vibrant Bird Seed Easter Egg Nests. Both treats are crafted with love and attention to detail, ensuring a delightful experience with every bite.

**Classic Chocolate Easter Egg Nests:**
These classic nests capture the essence of Easter with their rich chocolatey goodness. Crispy chow mein noodles form the base of each nest, providing a delightful crunch that complements the smoothness of the melted chocolate. Mini chocolate eggs, colorful sprinkles, and shredded coconut add vibrant pops of color and flavor, creating a feast for the eyes and the taste buds.

**Bird Seed Easter Egg Nests:**
Embrace the beauty of nature with these vibrant Bird Seed Easter Egg Nests. Crispy rice cereal takes center stage, providing a light and airy texture. Melted white chocolate envelops the cereal, creating a sweet and sticky base for an array of colorful toppings. Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and mini marshmallows bring a symphony of flavors and textures, making each bite a delightful adventure.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASTER EGG NEST TREATS

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Make and share this Easter Egg Nest Treats recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon water
2 -4 drops green food coloring
1/2 cup flaked coconut
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
4 cups miniature marshmallows
6 cups Rice Krispies
miniature marshmallow
jelly beans
chocolate egg

Steps:

In small bowl stir together water and green food coloring. Add coconut. Stir until coconut is tinted. Spread on baking sheet to dry.
In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
Add cereal. Stir until well coated.
Divide warm mixture into sixteen 2 1/2-inch muffin-pan cups coated with cooking spray. Shape mixture into individual cups. Cool. Remove from pans.
Fill cooled nests with coconut, marshmallows, jelly beans or chocolate eggs. Best if served the same day.
MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: Follow step 1 above. In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Follow steps 3 thru 5 above. Microwave cooking times may vary.
Note: For best results, use fresh marshmallows. Store no more than two days at room temperature in airtight container. To freeze unfilled cups, place in single layer on wax paper in airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before filling.

CHICK & EGG KRISPIES NEST EASTER TREATS

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I make these little treats for my son to take to school. It's a perfect, cute little Easter treat. I serve them in the individual over-sized cupcake papers. You could use plain Rice Krispies and/or omit the chick.....still just as cute. Prep time does not include cooling and setting time.

Provided by Parsley

Categories Candy

Time 20m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

5 tablespoons margarine
6 1/2 cups mini marshmallows (about 1 1/2 10.5 oz bags)
9 cups COCOA KRISPIES® cereal
90 unwrapped pastel candy-coated chocolate egg-shaped decorative candies (I usually use a combo of Reeses Pieces Pastel Eggs, Hershey's Pastel Eggs, Cadbury and or jelly bean) or 90 jelly beans (I usually use a combo of Reeses Pieces Pastel Eggs, Hershey's Pastel Eggs, Cadbury and or jelly bean)
2 (4 1/2 ounce) packages marshmallows, peeps chicks (I use yellow)

Steps:

Lightly spray 2 cupcake/muffin tins w/ nonstick cooking spray.
In a large saucepan, over low heat, melt margarine. Add marshmallows, and stir frequently over the low heat until melted and mixed well with melted margarine. Remove from heat.
Stir in Rice Krispies and mix to coat well.
Immediately spoon into muffin/cupcake tins to almost full, but not packed down.
With greased or wax-paper-covered thumb, OR greased shot glass, press down on center of the Krispies treats to form nest shape. Allow to cool and set completely---about 20 minutes.
Remove to extra-large foil muffin/cupcake liners.
Place 2 or 3 egg-shaped candies in each nest.
Separate the marshmallow Peep chicks and gently press a chick on top of each nest.

Tips:

Use high-quality chocolate: The chocolate is the star of this recipe, so it's important to use a good-quality brand that you enjoy the taste of.
Temper the chocolate properly: Tempering the chocolate ensures that it will have a smooth, shiny finish and won't seize up.
Use a variety of toppings: The toppings are what make these nests special, so don't be afraid to get creative. Some popular options include chopped nuts, dried fruit, and candy.
Make the nests ahead of time: The nests can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Easter Egg Nest Treats are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any Easter celebration. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With a little creativity, you can create beautiful and unique nests that will impress your friends and family. So get creative and have fun making these delicious treats!