Description
These no-bake Krispies Easter Egg Nests are an adorable and festive springtime treat made with gooey marshmallow cereal and colorful chocolate eggs. They’re quick to make, fun to shape, and the perfect addition to your Easter celebration.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
4 cups mini marshmallows
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
6 cups crispy rice cereal
36 candy-coated chocolate eggs
Nonstick cooking spray or butter for shaping
Instructions
1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
2. Add mini marshmallows and stir constantly until melted and smooth.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract if using.
4. Add crispy rice cereal and stir until fully coated.
5. Spray your hands with nonstick spray or grease lightly with butter.
6. Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture and form into nests by shaping and pressing the center.
7. Alternatively, press the mixture into greased muffin tins to shape.
8. While still warm, gently press 2–3 chocolate eggs into the center of each nest.
9. Let the nests cool at room temperature for 20–30 minutes until set.
10. Serve, store, or wrap for gifting.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Freeze for up to 1 month—wrap individually and store in a sealed container.
Use muffin tins for uniform nest shapes.
Spray hands and tools well to avoid sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nest
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Easter, no-bake, treats, kids, spring