Description

These Easy Easter Nest Cookies are a delightful no-bake treat perfect for celebrating spring and Easter. Made with a rich, chocolatey mixture combined with oats and coconut, they are shaped into bird’s nests and topped with colorful chocolate eggs. Ready in just about an hour, these cookies require minimal ingredients and effort, making them ideal for a fun and festive homemade Easter dessert.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Mixture

½ cup unsalted butter
½ cup milk
2 cups granulated sugar
½ cup cocoa powder

Dry Ingredients

3 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned or quick-cooking)
1 cup shredded coconut

Topping

Chocolate eggs (such as Cadbury Mini Eggs or Whoppers Robin Eggs), about 2-3 per cookie

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Instructions

Prep and Cook: Line baking sheets with wax paper. In a saucepan, melt the butter, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder together over medium heat, whisking continuously until smooth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for 5 minutes, whisking constantly to prevent burning and ensure a thick, well-blended mixture.
Combine with Oats and Coconut: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the rolled oats and shredded coconut thoroughly until all dry ingredients are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
Shape Nests: Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie with your finger or the back of a spoon to create a nest shape. Place 2 to 3 chocolate eggs in the indentation. Optionally, shape the mixture with your fingers to form more distinct nests.
Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cookies for about 45 minutes, or until they are set and firm to the touch. Once chilled, they are ready to serve and enjoy as a festive Easter treat.

Notes

Use old-fashioned oats for a chewier texture or quick-cooking oats for a slightly softer cookie.
If you prefer a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
Be sure to whisk constantly while boiling the chocolate mixture to avoid burning and lumps.
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and firm.
You can customize the nests by adding chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra texture.