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chocolate nests on a plate, topped with Easter eggs.
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Chocolate Nests with Mini Easter Eggs

You’ll love these easy chocolate nests! Stuffed with crunchy fried noodles and coconut and encased in creamy milk chocolate, they are the perfect no-bake treat for Easter, Christmas and parties. You only need 4 ingredients and they take just minutes to prepare.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Chilling Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Australian
Servings: 16 nests
Calories: 159kcal
Author: Andrea Geddes

Ingredients

  • 350 grams milk chocolate broken into pieces. Choose a good quality chocolate that you like to eat.
  • 200 grams fried noodles (2 ¼ cups). I used Chang's noodles, but most fried, ready to eat noodles will suit this recipe
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil optional

To decorate

  • mini Easter eggs to decorate
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • Line a tray with baking paper and set aside.
  • Place the noodles and coconut into a mixing bowl and set aside.

To melt the chocolate in the microwave;

  • Break the chocolate into pieces and place it into a microwave safe bowl with the oil.
  • Microwave on medium heat in 30 second bursts, stirring with a metal spoon each time, until the chocolate is smooth and completely melted.

To melt the chocolate over the stove top;

  • Place a small pot of water on the stove and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Find a heat-safe bowl that fits snugly over the top of the simmering water, without letting steam escape. The bottom of the bowl should not touch the water.
  • Break the chocolate into pieces and add it to the bowl, along with the oil. Stir over the heat until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Remove from the heat.

To make the nests;

  • Working quickly, pour the melted chocolate over the noodles and coconut and stir until completely combined.
  • Place heaped tablespoons of the chocolate mixture into separate piles on the lined tray (or place them into individual patty cases). Using the spoon, gently mould the mixture into nest shapes and press a small dent in the centre to hold the Easter eggs.
  • Decorate with the Easter eggs or your preferred fillings and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or until set.

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Notes

  1. Work quickly; once the chocolate has melted, it is important to mix everything together and shape the mixture into individual nests as quickly as possible. This is because the chocolate will start to set as soon as it is mixed in with the other ingredients. I recommend having all of the ingredients measured and prepared, ready to go.
  2. Use a metal spoon to stir the chocolate during the melting process. Wooden spoons can retain moisture and make the chocolate seize.
  3. You can stir 1 tablespoon of canola oil into the chocolate, before melting. This is optional, but the additional oil will make the chocolate glossy and a little easier to eat when it sets. 
  4. Make a double batch for gifting! 
  5. Before melting the chocolate, make sure that your bowl and utensils are completely dry. Any excess moisture in the melting process can cause the chocolate to seize and become grainy.
  6. This recipe makes about 16 nests, but you can make them into smaller, bite-sized nests if preferred.
  7. Storage; Any leftovers will keep in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks, perfect for making ahead for Easter celebrations!
  8. Freezing; These nests can be frozen for up to 1 month. However, I recommend leaving the mini Easter eggs off until you are ready to serve them, as the colours can fade or run when thawed. Allow the nests to set in the fridge and store in an airtight container in the freezer. Take them out of the freezer about 30 minutes before you want to eat them.
  9. Please note that the nutrition information is based on the mixture being made into 16 nests, with one nest being one serve. The nutritional information is an estimate only and does not take into account any additional toppings or sides served with the nests.
  10. This recipe is made using Australian cups and spoon measurements. Any reference to cups or spoons in this recipe is in Australian metric. Due to cup sizes varying from country to country, I advise adjusting if necessary.

Nutrition

Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 71mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg