Description
These Birds Nest Cookies are a delightful no-bake treat combining creamy milk chocolate, rich butterscotch, and peanut butter with crunchy chow mein noodles. Topped with colorful candy eggs, they make a perfect festive snack or party dessert that’s quick to prepare and requires no oven time.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips (180g)
- ½ cup butterscotch chips (90g)
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (40g)
Cookies
- 2½ cups chow mein noodles (150g)
- 36 candy eggs (such as Cadbury mini chocolate eggs)
Instructions
- Prepare Cookie Sheets: Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to make cleanup easier.
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between intervals until the mixture is completely melted, smooth, and well combined. Alternatively, melt the mixture gently in a pot over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Mix with Chow Mein Noodles: Stir the chow mein noodles into the melted chocolate mixture until evenly coated.
- Form Cookie Mounds: Using a spoon, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto the lined cookie sheets, forming 12 mounds in total. Press 3 candy eggs into the center of each mound to resemble a bird’s nest.
- Set Cookies: Allow the cookies to stand at room temperature until fully set, about 3 hours. This will ensure they hold their shape when served.
- Storage: Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- If microwave is not available, melting the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter on the stovetop over low heat works well — just stir constantly to prevent burning.
- For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free chocolate chips and substitute peanut butter with a preferred nut or seed butter.
- Chow mein noodles add a delightful crunch and can be substituted with crispy rice cereal for a different texture.
- The candy eggs can be replaced with mini jelly beans or small candies depending on availability and preference.
- Ensure the cookies are fully set before storing to prevent them from sticking together.
