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Easter Birds Nest Cookies

Deliciously Easy Easter Birds Nest Cookies for Spring Fun

Delight in the joy of Easter Birds Nest Cookies, a fun treat that encapsulates the spirit of spring!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt optional but recommended
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter can be swapped with coconut oil for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar no substitutions recommended
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar coconut sugar is an alternative for lower glycemic index
  • 1 large Egg replace with a flax egg for a vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract almond extract can be substituted
For the Nest Topping
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips dark chocolate can be used for a less sweet option
  • 3 cups Chow Mein Noodles for gluten-free, try rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil vegetable shortening can serve as an alternative
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Pastel Candy Eggs for decorative topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract, stirring until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually fold in dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  6. Scoop small amounts of dough, roll into disks, and flatten. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm at the edges but soft in the center.
  8. Melt milk chocolate with coconut oil in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
  9. Drizzle chocolate-coated noodles onto each cookie, forming nests.
  10. Spoon more melted chocolate into the hollows, then add pastel candy eggs.
  11. Let the cookies cool completely to ensure chocolate sets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure butter and egg are at room temperature for easier blending. Avoid overbaking for a chewy texture. Chill cookies after decorating for faster setting if needed.

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