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Easter Birds Nest Cookies

Easter Birds Nest Cookies: A Fun Twist for Spring Celebrations

Easter Birds Nest Cookies are a delightful treat featuring soft chocolate cookie bases and crunchy nests made from chow mein noodles, perfect for spring celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 0.5 cups Cocoa Powder Adjust sweetness if using Dutch-processed cocoa.
  • 0.25 teaspoons Salt Essential for taste, no substitutes recommended.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can replace it for added moisture.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with a flax egg for vegan options.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for the best results.
For the Nests
  • 1 cups Milk Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark chocolate can be used for a more intense flavor.
  • 2 cups Chow Mein Noodles Substitute with shredded coconut for a different flavor profile.
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil Optional, or use vegetable shortening as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easter Birds Nest Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of cocoa powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together ½ cup of softened unsalted butter, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ cup of brown sugar for about 2-3 minutes. Blend in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, then gradually incorporate the dry mixture until a soft dough forms.
  4. Form small disks about 1 inch thick from the cookie dough and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake in your preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. Allow them to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  6. While cooling, melt 1 cup of milk chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
  7. Gently mix in 2 cups of chow mein noodles into the melted chocolate until coated and create nests on each cooled cookie.
  8. Melt another ½ cup of chocolate and drizzle it into the hollow center of each nest. Optionally, refrigerate the cookies for a quicker setting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for Easter celebrations and can be a fun family activity to make together.

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