Description
Fun and festive mini nests made from crispy rice treats and chocolate, topped with candy eggs—perfect for Easter celebrations or springtime treats.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 tbsp butter
- 8 oz chocolate (milk or semi-sweet), melted
- 1 cup candy eggs (e.g., Cadbury mini eggs)
- Optional: sprinkles, edible grass, or pastel candies
Instructions
- Grease a mini muffin pan or line with paper liners.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat.
- Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in Rice Krispies until coated.
- Press a small handful of mixture into each muffin cup, shaping with a thumb to form a nest shape (with a dip in the center).
- Let nests cool and set at room temperature or in the fridge for 10–15 minutes.
- Once nests are firm, spoon melted chocolate into the center of each nest.
- Top each with 2–3 candy eggs and sprinkle with optional decorations.
- Chill until chocolate is set, about 15 minutes.
- Carefully remove nests from pan and transfer to a serving platter.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Use gluten-free Rice Krispies to make nests gluten-free.
- Substitute peanut butter for melted chocolate for a nutty version (ensure eggs are peanut-free if needed).
- Make larger nests using regular muffin tins and adjust cooking time slightly.
- Let kids help shape nests and add eggs—they’re great for a festive activity.
- For added texture, include mini marshmallows or edible grass around the eggs.