Cocoa Krispies Bird Nests

I love a creative way to use food for decorations and still be enjoyed as part of the meal. As I was looking for ideas to decorate my Easter table, these Cocoa Krispies bird nests were adorable. Also? I know that those who have their feet under my table will enjoy the chocolate AND the peanut butter flavor that these nests offer.

What I love about this recipe?

It is so quick, easy and delicious. Plus, you can make them ahead and keep them stored in an airtight container in the fridge so making ahead is genius.

Have you made Cocoa Krispies bird nests?

I have made different recipes of these before…some from chow mein noodles…and now these.

These are made with cocoa krispies, peanut butter and chocolate chips. And then, of course, filled with those great Cadbury Easter eggs.

Most of us have a muffin tin and that’s the only equipment you really need other than melting ingredients in the microwave.

Without further ado, here’s the recipe.

Cocoa Krispies Bird Nests

Small chocolate bird nests created with cocoa rice krispies cereal that are quick and easy.

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

cooling 5 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 nests

Equipment

• 1 microwave
• 1 muffin pan- 12 count
• 1 set measuring cup

Ingredients

  

• 3 C Cocoa Rice Krispies cereal
• 1 C Creamy peanut butter
• 1 C milk chocolate chips
• 36 Cadbury mini eggs

Instructions

 

• Measure out all ingredients.
  
• In a microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30 second intervals on low. Stir between each interval until fully melted.
• Immediately add the peanut butter to the melted chocolate and stir.
  
• Add the Cocoa Krispies cereal and stir until fully coated.
• Butter a 12 count muffin tin.
• Scoop the mixture evenly into all muffin tins.
• Slightly hollow out the center of each to make the nest for the eggs.
  
• Add 3 eggs to the center of each nest and place into the fridge or freezer to harden the "bird nests".
  
• Store the nests in an airtight container in the fridge for a week or so; or in the freezer for up to a month.

Notes

A great chocolate peanut butter treat that offers a cute bird nest for spring desserts.

Just a note, Kellogg’s Cocoa Krispies cereal are made from rice and did not bother our gluten sensitive guests. A win for sure!

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Aren’t they the cutest? I love how the Cocoa Krispies add a bit of crunch even after adding the chocolate and peanut butter. Since they are made from rice, they did not create issues for our gluten sensitive friends which was a win!

After adding back to the fridge to harden, remove them from the muffin tin and add to an airtight container to store in the fridge or freezer.

These are so loved by all.

Happy Easter baking, friends!

Thanks for joining me here,