Easter Chocolate Nests (No-Bake & Ready in 10 Minutes!)
Easter Chocolate Nests (No-Bake & Ready in 10 Minutes!) are an easy, delightful treat perfect for holiday celebrations. These chocolatey nests are made with simple ingredients and are kid-friendly, making them a fun cooking activity.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup Peanut butter (creamy)
1/4 cup Butter (unsalted)
1 cup Powdered sugar
4 cups Shredded coconut (sweetened)
1 cup Mini candy eggs
1/4 teaspoon Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and measure out all your ingredients
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: Combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth
- Add Powdered Sugar and Salt: Stir in powdered sugar and salt until well combined
- Incorporate Coconut: Fold in the shredded coconut with a rubber spatula until evenly coated
- Form the Nests: Drop about 2 tablespoons of mixture onto the prepared sheets and create an indentation in the center of each
- Add Candy Eggs: Place 2-3 mini candy eggs into the center of each nest
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm
Notes
You can customize the chocolate type and nut butter according to dietary preferences.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.