Bird Nest Cookies

5 from 2 votes

Make adorable Bird Nest Cookies with chow mein noodles, marshmallows, peanut butter, and candy eggs. A fun, no-bake Easter treat kids love!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Inactive Time45

Total Time1

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: Jamie Sherman

Line a large baking sheet with wax paper and set aside.
In a large saucepan, combine the marshmallows, butter, and peanut butter.
Heat over medium, stirring often, until everything is melted and smooth.
Remove from heat. Quickly stir in the chow mein noodles until well coated.
Lightly butter your hands or spray them with cooking spray.
Scoop and shape the mixture into 12 small nests on the prepared lined baking sheet.
While the mixture is still soft, press 3 candy eggs or jellybeans into the center of each nest.
Let the nests sit at room temperature until they are firm.

Yield: Makes about 12 nests, depending on how large you shape them.
Hands-on Time: About 15–20 minutes.
Set Time: Let cool at room temperature for 30–45 minutes, or refrigerate for 15 minutes.
No-bake: Perfect for warm-weather days or when you want a quick treat without turning on the oven.
Shaping tip: Use a greased spoon or a muffin tin to help form consistent nests.
Sticky fingers? Butter or spray your hands lightly with cooking spray before shaping the nests.
Allergy-friendly option: Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version and gluten-free noodles if needed.
Kid-friendly: Great for little hands - just make sure an adult handles the stovetop step.
Customizable: Swap the candy eggs for jellybeans, mini chocolate eggs, or your favorite seasonal candy.
Presentation tip: Place each nest in a pastel cupcake liner for a cute, giftable look.