Best Easter Mm Crispy Bird Nests Recipes

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EASTER BIRD'S NESTS



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Such a cute edible decoration!

Provided by Jilly

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups miniature marshmallows
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons butter
4 cups crispy chow mein noodles
cooking spray
40 candy-coated milk chocolate eggs

Steps:

  • Cook and stir marshmallows, peanut butter, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until the marshmallows melt completely into the mixture, about 5 minutes.
  • Put chow mein noodles into a large bowl. Pour marshmallow mixture over the chow mein noodles; stir to coat.
  • Spray hands with cooking spray or coat with butter so the noodles will not stick to your hands. Scoop noodle mixture from bowl with an ice cream scoop and form into balls, hollowing the center out to create the nest. Arrange 4 chocolate eggs into each nest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 174 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

EASTER BIRD NESTS



Easter Bird Nests image

Easter Bird Nests are a fun, easy Easter candy recipe. Marshmallow Peeps sit on top of chow mein "nests" made with crunchy noodles and marshmallows.

Provided by Elizabeth LaBau

Categories     Dessert     Snack     Candy

Time 32m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
4 tablespoons/2 ounces butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups crispy chow mein noodles
1/4 cup small candy eggs
12 marshmallow Peeps
1/2 cup coconut (shredded)
1 drop green food coloring
Optional: 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Prepare a muffin tin by spraying it thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray .
  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the marshmallows and butter. Microwave for 1 minute then remove and stir vigorously. If the marshmallows are not fully melted, microwave for an additional 30 to 45 seconds until the marshmallows are melted. Stir the marshmallow and butter mixture until it is smooth and homogenous.
  • Add the vanilla extract and chow mein noodles and stir until the noodles are completely and evenly covered with the mixture. Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes until it is cool enough to handle, but still warm enough to manipulate.
  • Using a large spoon, evenly divide the chow mein noodles among the 12 muffin tin holes.
  • Spray your hands with nonstick cooking spray, and mold the noodles into a nest shape, indenting the center and pressing the edges up the sides of the tin.
  • Place the nests in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the coconut. Place the coconut in a small bowl and add a drop or two of green food coloring. Using your hands, rub the coconut together until the green color is well-dispersed. (Wear plastic gloves if you don't want to get your hands green-the coloring usually washes out right away, though.)
  • Sprinkle the coconut on top of the nests. Add 2 or 3 eggs to each nest, and top them with a Peep. If you are going to be transporting these, you can melt a few chocolate chips and use the melted chocolate to secure the eggs and Peeps to the nest. Otherwise, you can leave them loose and allow people to eat them piece by piece.
  • Allow the marshmallow mixture to completely set before removing the nests. To remove them, slide a knife around the sides of the tin and gently insert it under the bottom of the nest to pull it out.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 286 mg, Sugar 16 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 12 bird nests (12 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASTER M+M CRISPY BIRD NEST'S



EASTER M+M Crispy Bird Nest's image

I have made these cute and delishous cookies for nearly 30 years for springtime and Easter. I use the pretty pastel M+M's that come out for Easter. These are a hit with everyone!! Not just the little kids! Try them. I will post a photo when I make them this year!

Provided by mary Armstrong

Categories     Cookies

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 jar(s) 7 ounce marshmallow cream
1/4 c peanut butter
2 Tbsp melted butter
3 c chow mein noodles (crush with hands a little)
1 c crushed plain m+m's
1 c peanut m+m's

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the marshmallow, peanut butter, melted butter together until well mixed. Stir well.
  • 2. Add the chow mein noodles and crushed m+m's. Mix well.
  • 3. Using greased fingers form into a nest. Place on greased cookie sheet or parchment lined sheet. Place peanut M+M's in a nest as eggs. Let set until firm. Enjoy!
  • 4. I usually make a double batch. One pound bag of M+M's of plain and peanut will be enough for a double batch. These make such a pretty centerpiece on the table or buffet!! Enjoy!

EASTER BIRD NESTS



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These little nests taste like crunchy no-bake cookies - they're delicious. Both kids and adults will enjoy making these. What a fun and yummy addition to your Easter dessert table! If you're in a pinch and don't have time to tint the coconut, try edible grass they sell in the stores at Eater. It'll work like a charm.

Provided by Lolita Slafter

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

BRING TO BOIL AND REMOVE FROM HEAT:
1 c light Karo syrup
1 c sugar
ADD:
1 1/2 c peanut butter
1 c chocolate chips
4 c Rice Krispies
coconut, jelly beans, marshmallow chicks
green food coloring

Steps:

  • 1. Bring to boil: 1 cup light Karo syrup and 1 cup sugar.
  • 2. Remove from heat and add 1 1/2 cup of peanut butter, 1 cup chocolate chips and 4 cups of Rice Krispies, mixing well.
  • 3. Shape about 1/2 cup of the mixture into a nest by making a ball and then pressing in the center to make depression for nest. Set on waxed paper.
  • 4. Fill with coconut that has been tinted with green food coloring and a little water and air dried first. Note: Make sure the coconut has been dried enough and won't rub off on hands when touched.
  • 5. Fill with jelly beans, chocolate eggs or other egg shaped candies and top off with a marshmallow Peep if desired. Have A Blessed and Happy Easter!!! :)

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