Easter Nest Treats (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Making the Rice Krispie Nests
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2 tablespoons of butter (unsalted)
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7 cups of Rice Krispies cereal
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16 ounces of marshmallows (regular or mini both work fine)
→ Whipping up the Frosting
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 to 4 cups powdered sugar
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1/4 cup of milk
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Green dye for food
→ For Adding the Final Touches
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Mini egg candies (chocolate eggs or jelly beans)
# Instructions:
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Coat your cupcake pans generously with butter or spray, then put them aside.
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In a roomy, microwave-safe bowl, add marshmallows and butter. Heat for 2 minutes, watching closely to avoid a puff-over. Mix until everything's melted and smooth.
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Pour your Rice Krispies into the melted mix. Stir until it’s all evenly coated.
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Work while the mix is warm! Spoon it into prepared cupcake pans. Use wax paper to press and shape the center into a nest. Let them set for at least half an hour.
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Throw butter, milk, vanilla, and 2 cups of powdered sugar into a mixing bowl. Beat for about 5 minutes until it’s all creamy. Add green color and the rest of the sugar, and keep mixing until you get the consistency you like.
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Carefully remove the set cereal nests from the cupcake pans. Use a piping bag to add green frosting into the middle, making it look like grass. Pop some Easter candies on top.
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Give the frosting a moment to stiffen a bit, then dig in and enjoy your fun spring treats!
# Notes:
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You can prep them a day or two in advance—just store them airtight.
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Use a butter knife around the edges for easier removal.
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Try mini cupcake pans for smaller bites.
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Switch up food coloring for other springtime vibes.