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Chocolate Easter Nests – Easy No-Bake Dessert Idea

Chocolate Easter Nests – Easy No-Bake Dessert Idea


Description

Looking for the best Easter nests recipe? These no-bake chocolate Easter treats are a kid-friendly, quick, and delicious dessert that’s perfect for spring celebrations!

With just six simple ingredients, this no-bake chocolate Easter dessert is ready in under 30 minutes—perfect for making Easter treats with kids or prepping ahead for an Easter party.

Let’s dive into the easiest, most delicious Chocolate Easter Nests recipe!


Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 200g of milk chocolate (or a mixture of milk and dark chocolate)
  • 100g of shredded wheat (or replace with cornflakes or Rice Krispies)
  • 100g of unsalted butter (for smooth texture)
  • 100g golden syrup (for extra sweetness)

Toppings:

  • Mini eggs made of chocolate (Cadbury Mini Eggs are great!)
  • White Chocolate Drizzle (optional to decorate)

Ingredient Substitutions:

  • Vegan? Make use of the dairy-free option for chocolat or dairy-free butter that is vegan.
  • Gluten-Free? Switch shredded wheat for Gluten-free Cornflakes.
  • More crunch? Add chopped coconut flakes or nuts.

Instructions

Step 1: Melt the Chocolate

  • Cut into pieces the Milk Chocolate into pieces, then place in an temperature-proof bowl.
  • Melt the chocolate in the double boiler or microwave it in 20 second intervals mixing until the chocolate is smooth.

Step 2 Combine with Cereal

  • The wheat shredded should be crushed into pieces that are small enough to place in the bowl.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture that has been melted over the smashed wheat, stirring until completely coated.

Step 3: Shape the Nests

  • Make use of the spoon, or a cookie scoop to divide the mix onto a tray lined with.
  • Make each part into an form of a nest with a slight indentation in the middle.

Step 4: Add the Mini Eggs & Chill

  • Put three chocolate eggs in the middle of each nest.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.

Notes

Make sure to use high-quality chocolate. It improves the flavor and texture. Do not overheat the chocolate as it can become grainy when heated. Try different toppings – Try crushed Oreos, marshmallows or sprinkles for an exciting variation!