Bird’s Nest Cookies with Butterscotch, Peanut Butter, and Cadbury Mini Eggs Recipe
Delightfully easy and festive Bird’s Nest Cookies made with butterscotch, peanut butter, and crunchy corn flakes, topped with colorful Cadbury mini eggs for a perfect Easter or springtime treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (includes cooling time)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 2 1/2 cups corn flakes cereal
- Cadbury mini eggs (2 to 3 per cookie)
Instructions
- Get prepped: Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray to ensure the nests won’t stick. Measure out all ingredients and have your Cadbury mini eggs ready for assembly.
- Melt the base: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of butterscotch chips and 1/2 cup of peanut butter. Microwave in 15 to 20 second intervals, stirring between each session until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Mix in the cereal: Gently fold in 2 1/2 cups of corn flakes cereal using a rubber spatula, ensuring that all the cereal pieces are evenly coated with the melted butterscotch and peanut butter mixture.
- Shape the nests: Spoon a heaping amount of the coated cereal mixture into each muffin cup. Press down lightly in the center of each portion to create a nest shape that can hold the mini eggs.
- Cool and set: Allow the nests to cool at room temperature for about 10 to 15 minutes until they are firm and set enough to hold their shape.
- Add the eggs: Using a butter knife, gently lift each nest out of the muffin tin. Place 2 to 3 Cadbury mini eggs in the center of each nest to complete the look and add a burst of chocolatey sweetness.
Notes
- Use regular corn flakes for the best texture; avoid frosted or sugary cereals to keep the balance of flavors.
- For easier removal, you can line the muffin tin with paper liners instead of spraying.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for allergies or flavor preferences.
