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Easy Birds Nests Cookies

Easy Birds Nests Cookies Recipe
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Get ready to impress your friends and family with these delightful Easy Birds Nests Cookies! These charming treats feature a soft chocolate cookie base topped with crunchy, chocolate-coated chow mein noodles, all filled with a rich chocolate center. Adorned with pastel candy eggs, they’re perfect for spring celebrations like Easter or birthday parties. Not only are they visually appealing, but their delicious combination of textures and flavors makes them a favorite among both kids and adults. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable toppings, these cookies are an excellent baking project for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup chow mein noodles
  • 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional)
  • 1/2 cup milk or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil or butter (optional)
  • Pastel candy eggs (2–4 per cookie, depending on size)
  • Colorful sprinkles or nonpareils (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla extract and egg; mix until smooth.
  3. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until dough forms. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet and flatten into disks.
  4. Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges set; let cool completely.
  5. For nests, melt chocolate chips in the microwave; mix with chow mein noodles until coated.
  6. Shape noodles into circular nests on cooled cookies; let set at room temperature.
  7. Melt additional chocolate for filling; spoon into nests and top with candy eggs.

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