Chow Mein Bird’s Nest Cookies

Need an easy yet delicious dessert to make for your Easter celebration? Try this no-bake Chow Mein Bird’s Nest cookies recipe!

Are you looking for an easy, no-bake Easter dessert? Look no further than these delectable chow mein bird’s nest cookies!

This easy recipe is perfect for home cooks of all levels – whether you’re just starting out in the kitchen or already have plenty of baking experience.

With crunchy, savory chow mein noodles and a creamy mixture of butterscotch chips and peanut butter delicately decorated with colorful Easter eggs, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next Easter celebration.

Plus, it only takes minutes to put together – so let’s get started making delicious chow mein bird’s nest cookies today!

Why You Will Love These Easter Nest Cookies

• Butterscotch and peanut butter treats
• Satisfying crunch
• Classic treat with a twist for Easter
• Easy to make with readily available ingredients
• A great way to use up leftover Easter candy
• Perfect for sharing with family and friends
• An irresistible combination of sweet and salty flavors
• Can be decorated in any way you like – sprinkles, jelly bean eggs, peeps etc.
• Delightful treat that kids and adults alike will enjoy

Tips for Making the BEST Easter Bird’s Nest Cookies

• If you are short on time transfer the sheet pans to your fridge to set up quicker.
• If you are leaving them on the counter to set up you can skip the sheet pans, just lay out your paper on the counter or table where you are working.
• To keep the mixture from sticking to your hands, dampen them with a little water.

Chow Mein Bird’s Nest Cookie Variations

• Use half butterscotch chips and half chocolate chips instead of all butterscotch chips.
• Skip this recipe entirely and use my chocolate haystack cookies recipe to form nests.
• Can’t find chow mein noodles? Use crushed pretzels or rice krispies.
• Use other types of Easter candy – jelly beans, peeps etc…
• Yogurt-covered raisins or cranberries are a great swap for the mini eggs.

How to Store Chow Mein Bird’s Nest Cookies

These no-bake cookies can be kept in an airtight container on the counter for up to a week. Avoid storing them in the fridge as the humidity may affect the texture of the cookies.

You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. Transfer the set cookies to an airtight container or freezer bag. Defrost at room temperature before serving.

Equipment Needed to Make Easter Nests

• Heat safe bowl
• Spatula
• Large mixing bowl
• Wax paper or parchment paper
• Cookie scoop or spoon

About the Ingredients for Chow Mein Bird’s Nest Cookies

Chow mein – You will need 6 cups of chow mein noodles, which is about 12 oz. Make sure you are using the fried chow mein noodles, and not the chow mein noodles that are meant to be boiled.

Chocolate mini eggs – The amount needed depends on how many eggs you intend to nestle in each nest.

Peanut butter – Use your favourite peanut butter.

Butterscotch chips – 2 cups of butterscotch chips should be about 12 oz.

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How to Make Chow Mein Bird’s Nest Cookies

Yields: 36 Cookies | Prep time: 20 Minutes | Cook time: 2 Minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 Cups Butterscotch chips
• 1/2 cup Peanut butter
• 6 cups Chow Mein Noodles
• Chocolate mini eggs

Directions:

Line two baking sheets with wax paper or parchment paper and set aside.

In a microwave-safe bowl melt the butterscotch chips and peanut butter in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until melted and smooth.

Place the chow mein noodles in a large mixing bowl, and pour over with the melted peanut butter mixture, using a spatula to fold the ingredients together.

Use a medium cookie scoop to scoop out balls of the chow mein mixture and gently form the balls into nests with your hands.

Place 2-3 mini eggs into the center of each nest.

Allow to set before serving.