Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Bird Nests

Happy April! Ready for a new series? All month long Parrish and I will be sharing a new spring dessert each week — how fun! I’ve often seen adorable bird nest “cookies” made with chow mein noodles, but I wanted to put a twist on the idea using two of my favorite flavors: chocolate and peanut butter. I also coated the pretzels in chocolate and topped each nest with my absolute favorite candy — mini eggs. These little bites are dangerously addictive and perfect for spring or Easter.

Bird Nests {Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzels}

These no-bake bird nests are simple to make and a great last-minute treat.

Bird Nests (Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzels)

Author
Dana DeVolk

Prep:
15 mins

Chill Time
2 hrs

Total:
2 hrs 15 mins

These crunchy bird nests combine chocolate and peanut butter for an irresistible springtime treat. They’re quick to assemble and ideal for parties, classroom treats, or a festive dessert platter.

Servings
24 servings

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Ingredients

1/2 pound pretzel sticks
2 cups milk chocolate chips
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 stick unsalted butter
mini eggs, to top

Instructions

Put the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until the mixture is completely smooth. This usually takes two intervals, three at most.
Break the pretzel sticks into bite-size pieces and add them to the chocolate mixture. Use your hands to break the pretzels as you mix so they become evenly coated.
Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper. Scoop small portions of the coated pretzel mixture onto the sheet. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to shape each portion into a tight nest, pressing a small crater in the center for the eggs.
Place mini eggs in the crater of each nest. Allow the nests to sit for at least one hour to firm up. For a firmer chocolate texture, chill in the refrigerator; otherwise, store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 176 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 20 g
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Protein: 4 g
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Fat: 9 g

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Course
Snack

Cuisine
American

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Step by Step Directions

Place the chocolate, peanut butter and butter in a microwave safe bowl. — Place the chocolate, peanut butter and butter in a microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each set. — Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each set until smooth.

Mix pretzels into coated chocolate. — Break pretzels into pieces and toss until coated.

Scoop mixture and form nests. — Scoop mixture and form nests with a crater in the center.

Place mini eggs in crater. — Place mini eggs in the crater and allow to harden.

Aren’t they adorable? And so tasty — the crunchy pretzels, creamy peanut butter, and sweet chocolate pair perfectly with the colorful mini eggs for a festive finish.

Do you make themed treats for spring or Easter? I’d love to hear about your favorites — these nests are one of mine because they’re simple, shareable, and always a hit with kids and adults alike.

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