These bird’s nest
cookies are so simple to make and way too fun to eat. Crunchy chow mein noodles are folded into melted chocolate and peanut butter, then formed into little nests with chocolate eggs on top… they’re possibly the funniest thing you’ll ever make. The cookies are low effort and so worth the chocolate mess they might make; licking the bowl is advised! Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
Keep it simple:
Don’t reinvent the wheel. These little bundles should consist of melted chocolate, melted peanut butter—either in the form of chip, butter, or both—crunchy fried noodle bits, and chocolate candy eggs on top. Use a sheet tray lined with parchment or wax paper to avoid sticking. A 1/4-cup measuring cup or a large spoon will make dropping mounds so much easier, and using a smaller spoon to create little divots to help form the nests is also helpful.
Substitutions:
If you like sweet and salty, then swap the chow mein noodles for mini pretzel sticks. Another good idea is to use butterscotch chips for that caramel note or coconut flakes to add some texture to the nest. And, if you prefer a more refined bird’s nest and cup-like shape, use a muffin pan.
Storage:
Place the bird’s nest cookies in a large container, lining each layer with parchment. Store at room temperature up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
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