Description
Easy Birds Nests Cookies are a delightful springtime treat that perfectly capture the essence of Easter. These charming cookies feature a soft and rich chocolate base topped with crunchy chow mein noodles, mimicking little nests. Each cookie is filled with smooth chocolate and adorned with pastel candy eggs, making them not only delicious but also visually appealing for any festive occasion. Quick to prepare and fun to make, especially with kids, these cookies are a versatile addition to your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup chow mein noodles
- 1.5 cups milk chocolate chips
- Pastel candy eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, then gradually mix in dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, flattening them slightly. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until edges are set. Cool completely.
- For nests, melt milk chocolate chips and coat chow mein noodles. Form into nests on cookie tops.
- Fill each nest with melted chocolate and add pastel candy eggs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Feel free to customize toppings using different candies or sprinkles.