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Chocolate Peanut Butter Easter Nests

These festive Easter nests combine crunchy cocoa cereal, creamy peanut butter, and sweet chocolate, topped with colorful mini eggs for a delightful treat everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups crunchy cocoa cereal
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter Natural peanut butter can be used for a healthier option.
  • Pastel mini eggs (for filling) For decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the crunchy cocoa cereal.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together until smooth.
  3. Pour the melted mixture over the cocoa cereal and stir until evenly coated.
  4. Use your hands to shape the mixture into small nests on a parchment-lined tray.
  5. Make an indentation in the center of each nest.
  6. Allow the nests to set for about 10 minutes.
  7. Once set, fill each nest with pastel mini eggs.

Notes

These nests are best served fresh. Present them on a nice platter or in individual cups. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-5 days; refrigerate in hot and humid conditions.