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Easter Birds Nest Cookies

Easter Birds Nest Cookies: Delightful Chocolate Crunch Treats

Delight in making Easter Birds Nest Cookies, a versatile chocolate treat that brightens any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can provide deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 Large Egg Use a flax egg for vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Nest
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can be a richer substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil Optional, use vegetable shortening as alternative.
  • 3 cups Chow Mein Noodles
  • 1 cup Pastel Candy Eggs Miniature chocolates can be used if unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup Colorful Sprinkles Optional for decoration.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the egg and vanilla until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture to form a soft dough.
  6. Shape the dough into small disks, place on the baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  7. Cool cookies on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nest Creation
  1. Melt milk chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave, stirring until smooth.
  2. Coat chow mein noodles in melted chocolate and scoop onto cooled cookies to form nests.
  3. Finish by adding pastel candy eggs and colorful sprinkles, and allow to set for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and do not over-bake the cookies.

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