Jelly Bean Nests

Jelly Bean Nests
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    294

Craft adorable and edible nests from crispy chow mein noodles and sweet marshmallows, perfect for cradling colorful jelly beans. These whimsical treats add a delightful touch to any Easter celebration, serving as charming place markers or simply a fun, festive dessert.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    16 g
  • Cholesterol
    10 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    104 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare your muffin tin: Lightly butter a 12-cup muffin tin to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Melt the marshmallow mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the miniature marshmallows and butter. Melt over medium heat, stirring constantly until smooth and completely melted. (5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Combine noodles and marshmallow: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the chow mein noodles to the melted marshmallow mixture and stir gently until the noodles are evenly coated. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Form the nests: Lightly butter your fingertips to prevent sticking. Take a portion of the noodle mixture and press it firmly into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup, creating a nest shape. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Chill to set: Refrigerate the muffin tin until the nests are firm and set. This will take approximately 1 hour.

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Recipe View Serve: Gently remove the nests from the muffin tin. Fill each nest with your favorite jelly beans and serve.

For easier removal, you can also line the muffin tin with cupcake liners before pressing in the noodle mixture.
Feel free to add a drop or two of food coloring to the melted marshmallow mixture for vibrant, colorful nests.
Store leftover nests in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their crispness.
Consider adding sprinkles or edible glitter for extra flair.

Jackie Ernser

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 98 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Elenor Schulist

    I tried these and they were a hit! I added a bit of vanilla extract to the marshmallow mixture for extra flavor.

  • Furman Douglas

    Great recipe! I used coconut oil instead of butter and it worked perfectly for a dairy-free option.

  • Walter Lakin

    These were so cute and easy to make! My kids loved helping and they looked adorable on our Easter table.

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