Butterscotch Chocolate Bird's Nest Cookies with Jelly Beans
These delightful no-bake cookies combine crispy chow mein noodles with a sweet blend of melted butterscotch and semisweet chocolate chips, shaped into cute nests and topped with jelly beans. Perfect for springtime or Easter, this easy treat comes together in just 30 minutes with only 4 ingredients. Ideal for kids and adults alike, they’re a fun, crunchy snack that’s as adorable as it is delicious!
Servings 15 cookies
Ingredients
- 5 ounces chow mein noodles 142 g
- 3 ounces butterscotch chips 85 g
- 3 ounces semisweet chocolate chips 85 g
- ½ cup jelly beans about 3-4 per nest
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine butterscotch chips and semisweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Add chow mein noodles to the melted mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Spoon heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use your fingers or a spoon to create a small indent in the center of each mound.
- Place 3-4 jelly beans in the center of each nest.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to set, or let sit at room temperature for about 1 hour until firm.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- For a variation, swap jelly beans with mini chocolate eggs or pastel candies.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie
