No-Bake Easter Nest Cookies
These No-Bake Easter Nest Cookies are a quick, kid-friendly treat made with melted chocolate, crunchy noodles (or pantry swaps), and candy eggs. Perfect for Easter baskets, parties, or a fun hands-on activity with kids—no baking required!
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate chips milk or semi-sweet
- 1 cup butterscotch chips optional but adds great flavor
- 2 cups chow mein noodles or shredded coconut or crushed pretzels
- 1 cup mini marshmallows optional
- 36 mini candy eggs Cadbury mini eggs or jelly beans work great
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips (and butterscotch chips if using) in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Add in the chow mein noodles (or your chosen base) and gently mix until everything is coated.
- Scoop small portions onto the parchment paper.
- Use the back of a spoon to press a small “nest” shape into the center.
- Place 2–3 candy eggs in the middle of each nest.
- Let them set at room temperature or place in the fridge for 10–15 minutes until firm.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Swap chow mein noodles for coconut for a softer texture
Use pretzels for a sweet + salty version
White chocolate works great for a different look
Use pretzels for a sweet + salty version
White chocolate works great for a different look