Jelly Bean Nests
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.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
16 g
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Cholesterol
10 mg
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
1 g
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Saturated Fat
3 g
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Sodium
104 mg
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Sugar
5 g
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Fat
8 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Prepare your muffin tin: Lightly butter a 12-cup muffin tin to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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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)
03 Step
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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)
04 Step
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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)
05 Step
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1 hrs
Chill to set: Refrigerate the muffin tin until the nests are firm and set. This will take approximately 1 hour.
06 Step
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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.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 98 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Elenor Schulist
Jun 8, 2025I tried these and they were a hit! I added a bit of vanilla extract to the marshmallow mixture for extra flavor.
Furman Douglas
Jan 31, 2025Great recipe! I used coconut oil instead of butter and it worked perfectly for a dairy-free option.
Walter Lakin
Feb 11, 2024These were so cute and easy to make! My kids loved helping and they looked adorable on our Easter table.