Easter Springtime Bird Nests: A Sweet Treat for Family Fun

Create delightful Easter Springtime Bird Nests with crispy noodles, gooey marshmallows, and colorful candies for a fun family activity.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Setting Time 1

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 12 nests

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Nests

3/4 bag Mini Marshmallows Can substitute with regular marshmallows
3 tablespoons Butter Adds richness; no substitutions recommended
6 cups Chow Mein Noodles Can substitute with broken pretzel sticks or Rice Krispies

For the Filling

2 cups Candies (Jelly Beans, M&Ms, or Robin's Eggs) Choose favorites for customization

Equipment

Muffin Pan
microwave-safe bowl
Spatula
wax paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare a muffin pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30 seconds.
Mix in the mini marshmallows with the melted butter and microwave for 1 minute.
Combine the smooth marshmallow mixture with the Chow Mein noodles, folding gently.
Shape spoonfuls of the mixture into nests in each muffin cup.
Place in the freezer for about 1 hour to set.
Remove each nest from the muffin pan carefully.
Fill each nest with your favorite candies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1nestCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use light cooking spray on your hands to prevent stickiness while shaping nests. Refrigerate after assembly for 15 minutes for best results.

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