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Cocoa Pebbles Easter Nests

Cocoa Pebbles Easter Nests: Fun No-Bake Treat for Kids

Cocoa Pebbles Easter Nests are delightful no-bake treats that are sweet, salty, and perfect for Easter celebrations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 nests
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter can use salted butter
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows
  • 5 cups Cocoa Pebbles cereal substitutions like Fruity Pebbles or Rice Krispies are allowed
For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter can substitute with Nutella or any nut-free spread
For Decoration
  • 3 pieces mini Cadbury eggs can swap for other candies like jelly beans or M&Ms
  • sprinkles optional, choose any variety

Equipment

  • Muffin tins
  • Large pot
  • Spatula
  • Cooking spray
  • Butter knife or wooden skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Muffin Tins: Lightly grease two 12-cup muffin tins with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt Butter and Salt: In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the salt.
  3. Add Marshmallows: Once the butter is melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir until all are melted and smooth.
  4. Mix in Cocoa Pebbles: Fold in the Cocoa Pebbles, ensuring each piece is coated in the marshmallow mixture.
  5. Form the Nests: Spoon the mixture into muffin cups and press to form a nest shape.
  6. Cool and Firm Up: Allow the nests to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  7. Add Peanut Butter and Decorations: Once firm, add peanut butter and decorate with sprinkles and mini Cadbury eggs.
  8. Remove from Tins: Carefully remove the nests from the muffin tins using a butter knife or wooden skewer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1nestCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy making these Cocoa Pebbles Easter Nests with loved ones; they're sure to become a cherished tradition!

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