Easy No-Bake Robin Egg Nest Cookies Recipe for Perfect Spring Treats
These easy no-bake robin egg nest cookies are a quick, joyful spring treat featuring a crunchy chocolate-peanut butter base topped with pastel candy eggs. Perfect for festive gatherings and made in under 20 minutes without an oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (125g) creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups (about 75g) chow mein noodles
- 1 cup (150g) mini robin egg candies
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate chips, softened unsalted butter, and creamy peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring well each time until smooth and fully melted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fully combined and mixture thickens slightly.
- Gently fold in chow mein noodles, coating them evenly with the chocolate-peanut butter mixture.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Scoop out small portions (about 1 tablespoon each) and place on the sheet. Press a small well into the center of each mound to form the nest shape.
- Press 3-4 mini robin egg candies into the center indentation of each nest.
- Chill the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until nests are firm to the touch.
- Once chilled, transfer nests to a serving plate and enjoy. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Notes
Use softened butter instead of melted to avoid runny mixture and help nests hold shape better. If mixture is too stiff, warm slightly in microwave for 10 seconds. If too runny, chill a few minutes before shaping. Use mini robin eggs that are small enough to fit comfortably in nests. For nut allergies, substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
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