Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure as we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for crispy bird nests, a captivating Easter treat that will leave you and your loved ones in awe. These delectable nests, crafted from delicate strands of shredded phyllo dough, are filled with a symphony of textures and flavors, making them an irresistible centerpiece for your Easter gathering. From classic fillings like creamy chocolate ganache to innovative twists like tangy lemon curd or sweet berry compotes, the possibilities are endless. Let us guide you through a world of culinary creativity as we unveil the secrets to creating the perfect crispy bird nests, a recipe sure to become a cherished tradition in your family for years to come.
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M&M'S® EASTER NESTS RECIPE
M&M'S® Easter Nests Recipe and a fun Easter DIY tutorial will bring happiness to your family and friends!
Provided by Ruthie
Categories Dessert
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Set aside.
- Pour coconut in small mixing bowl, add green food coloring drops; mix well.
- Set aside.
- In a large plastic microwaveable bowl place butter and mini marshmallows, microwave 1 minute, stir, microwave 30 seconds, stir well.
- If not completely melted microwave 15 seconds more.
- Stir in half krispie rice cereal; mix well.
- Stir in remaining krispie rice cereal; mix well.
- Spray hands with cooking spray and working with one at a time, take a softball size portion, lightly press center with a cookie scoop to hollow out and shape nest.
- Allow to cool completely.
- Fill center of nests with approximately 1 tablespoon coconut.
- Fill center of each nest with M&M'S® 56oz. Pastel Peanut M&M'S® Candy Bag
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 12 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 269 milligrams sodium, Sugar 27 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams unsaturated fat
EASTER BIRD'S NESTS
Such a cute edible decoration!
Provided by Jilly
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook and stir marshmallows, peanut butter, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until the marshmallows melt completely into the mixture, about 5 minutes.
- Put chow mein noodles into a large bowl. Pour marshmallow mixture over the chow mein noodles; stir to coat.
- Spray hands with cooking spray or coat with butter so the noodles will not stick to your hands. Scoop noodle mixture from bowl with an ice cream scoop and form into balls, hollowing the center out to create the nest. Arrange 4 chocolate eggs into each nest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 174 mg, Sugar 24.7 g
EASTER BIRD NESTS
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Prepare a muffin tin by spraying it thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray .
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the marshmallows and butter. Microwave for 1 minute then remove and stir vigorously. If the marshmallows are not fully melted, microwave for an additional 30 to 45 seconds until the marshmallows are melted. Stir the marshmallow and butter mixture until it is smooth and homogenous.
- Add the vanilla extract and chow mein noodles and stir until the noodles are completely and evenly covered with the mixture. Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes until it is cool enough to handle, but still warm enough to manipulate.
- Using a large spoon, evenly divide the chow mein noodles among the 12 muffin tin holes.
- Spray your hands with nonstick cooking spray, and mold the noodles into a nest shape, indenting the center and pressing the edges up the sides of the tin.
- Place the nests in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the coconut. Place the coconut in a small bowl and add a drop or two of green food coloring. Using your hands, rub the coconut together until the green color is well-dispersed. (Wear plastic gloves if you don't want to get your hands green-the coloring usually washes out right away, though.)
- Sprinkle the coconut on top of the nests. Add 2 or 3 eggs to each nest, and top them with a Peep. If you are going to be transporting these, you can melt a few chocolate chips and use the melted chocolate to secure the eggs and Peeps to the nest. Otherwise, you can leave them loose and allow people to eat them piece by piece.
- Allow the marshmallow mixture to completely set before removing the nests. To remove them, slide a knife around the sides of the tin and gently insert it under the bottom of the nest to pull it out.
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 286 mg, Sugar 16 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 12 bird nests (12 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
BIRD NESTS
This is a fun, kid-friendly recipe I pulled together a few years ago. My kids love helping me make these. -Jessica Boivin, Nekoosa, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large metal bowl over simmering water, melt baking chips; stir until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup melted chips for decorations; keep warm., Add pretzel sticks to remaining chips; stir to coat evenly. Drop mixture into 24 mounds on waxed paper; shape into bird nests using 2 forks., Dip bottoms of Peeps in reserved chips; place in nests. Attach eggs with remaining chips. Let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CEREAL BIRDS' NESTS
Marshmallows, cereal and candy is all you need to create these sweet birds' nest treats.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large microwavable bowl, microwave butter and 3 cups of the marshmallows uncovered on High about 2 minutes, stirring after every minute, until smooth. Gently stir in cereal until thoroughly coated.
- Spray 1/2 cup measuring cup with cooking spray. Measure rounded 1/2 cupfuls cereal mixture onto waxed paper-lined cookie sheets. Shape into nest shapes.
- To make the birds, cut feet, beaks and wings out of the taffy candy. Adhere to each of the remaining 9 marshmallows with a small amount of the frosting. Cut tops off orange slice candies; use frosting to adhere on top of each marshmallow for crest. Place 2 miniature chocolate chips on front of each marshmallow with frosting for eyes. Place 1 marshmallow in each of the cereal nests.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 80 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 11 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 36 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to create the bird's nest shape.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a Ziploc bag with the corner snipped off.
- Make sure the chocolate melts slowly and evenly. You can do this by microwaving it in short bursts, stirring in between, or by placing it in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water.
- When dipping the nests in chocolate, use a fork to hold them so that you don't get chocolate all over your hands.
- Let the chocolate-dipped nests cool completely before filling them with candy eggs.
Conclusion:
Easter MM Crispy Bird Nests are a fun and easy treat to make for Easter. They're perfect for kids and adults alike, and they're sure to be a hit at any Easter party. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these delicious and festive treats that are sure to be enjoyed by all.
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