Name: Bird’s Nest Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 Servings
Cuisine: American

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March 5, 2026

These easy no bake Easter Bird’s Nest Cookies or Haystack Candy make for the perfect easter treat, with creamy chocolate and crunchy chow mein noodles. Kids love these no bake chow mein cookies. If you bring this haystack candy to the easter celebration, they will be the first thing to fly off the table. These chocolate haystacks are the perfect combo of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and salty.

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Bird’s Nest Cookies

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First, in a microwave safe bowl, microwave the chocolate chips. Microwave for 15-30 second intervals until completely melted.

To the melted chocolate, mix in powdered sugar and peanut butter. Mix until smooth.

Then add the chow mein noodles to the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture. With a silicone spoon or spatula, gently fold the noodles into the mixture until evenly coated.

Next, grease a standard sized muffin tin with cooking spray. Use a paper towel to wipe away excess oil.

Add the chocolate haystacks to the pan using a rounded tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop a tablespoon into each slot and then press down with the back of the tablespoon to make an indent in the middle.

Top each of the chow mein noodles cookies with 3 chocolate eggs in the middle of the nests.

Allow to set in the fridge for 20 minutes or until solid. Remove from the tins and serve!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Chow Mein Noodles First 🥢
Lightly toast the chow mein noodles in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before mixing to enhance their crunch and nutty flavor, preventing them from becoming soggy.
Temper White Chocolate Properly 🍫
Melt white chocolate chips slowly over low heat or use a double boiler to prevent seizing; add a teaspoon of coconut oil for smoother consistency and easier mixing.
Work Quickly Before Setting ⏱️
Once you combine the melted chocolate mixture with noodles, work rapidly to spoon onto parchment paper before it hardens, as white chocolate sets faster than regular chocolate.
Chill Eggs Separately for Better Placement 🥚
Place candy eggs in the freezer for 15 minutes before pressing them into the warm nests so they adhere better and won't sink into the still-soft chocolate base.
Balance Peanut Butter Ratio 🥜
Use a 1:2 ratio of peanut butter to white chocolate to avoid overwhelming the delicate white chocolate flavor while maintaining structural integrity and creamy texture.

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Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.