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Easy Easter Nests

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Make these simple no-bake Easter nests by combining buttery melted chocolate with golden syrup and Shredded Wheat. Shape into nests, sprinkle with candy eggs, and let them set. They store easily for a week and are fun to make with kids during the holidays!
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Updated on Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:49:22 GMT
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Make ordinary pretzels into cute Easter snacks with this fun chocolate-dipped idea. The crispy crunch of salt-covered pretzels works amazingly with smooth melted chocolate, all dressed up as sweet springtime creatures. We've tested this idea tons of times to make sure you'll get great results for your Easter baskets and holiday parties.

Getting that professional look comes down to using good quality melting chocolate. Every pretzel becomes your blank slate for making spring designs that both kids and grown-ups will love.

Main Ingredients

  • Pretzels: Square ones work best as the foundation for animal shapes, but regular twists can work for easier designs
  • Melting Chocolate: High-quality dark and white chocolate wafers for proper texture and glossy finish
  • Decorative Eyes: Tiny candy eyes to create facial details
  • Decorative Elements: White sugar pearls and pastel-colored sprinkles for the finishing look
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Creative Method

Melting Process
Warm chocolate slowly with indirect heat, constantly stirring for smoothness. Watch the temperature carefully so it doesn't harden up.
Bunny Design
Fully dip pretzels in white chocolate, letting extra drip off. Start by adding the nose first. Finish up by carefully drawing whiskers.
Sheep Design
Dip pretzels in white chocolate, then quickly sprinkle with sugar pearls. Add facial features using dark chocolate, then stick on candy eyes in the right spots.

I came up with this idea while looking for a clean Easter activity that looks impressive without making a huge mess in the kitchen.

Cooling Guide

A quick trip to the fridge helps the chocolate set - just 2-3 minutes works best so you don't get moisture buildup.

Work Setup

Create a smooth workflow by putting all your ingredients and tools in order before you jump into the decorating part.

Make-Ahead Info

Keep your finished pretzels in sealed containers for up to a week, making them perfect for getting ready ahead of Easter.

Creative Variations

Try out different spring themes by playing with various colored candy melts and fun decorations.

These chocolate Easter pretzels show that beautiful holiday treats don't need to be complicated to make a big impression.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I try a different chocolate type?
Sure! Use either 350g of dark chocolate or 500g of milk chocolate. White chocolate isn’t recommended—it won’t blend well with the other ingredients.
→ How long do they stay fresh?
Store them in a container, and they’ll keep well for up to a week.
→ Can I swap the cereal for another kind?
You bet! Use 80–100g of any cereal you prefer as a replacement for Shredded Wheat.
→ Do I really need the syrup?
Nope! Skip both the syrup and butter if desired. Just melted chocolate works fine too.
→ Are cupcake liners an option?
Absolutely! Cupcake liners make the nests look tidier if you want.

Easter Nests

Mix melted chocolate, golden syrup, and crushed Shredded Wheat to create quick no-bake Easter nests. Pop some candy eggs on top for a festive touch.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
40 Minutes
Total Time
60 Minutes

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: British

Yield: 15 Servings (15 nests)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Base

01 200g dark chocolate, broken into chunks
02 200g milk chocolate, chopped up
03 100g golden syrup
04 100g butter without salt
05 6-8 pieces of full-size Shredded Wheat biscuits

→ Topping

06 100-200g mini Easter candy

Instructions

Step 01

Crumble the Shredded Wheat into tiny pieces, place them in a large bowl, then leave it for later.

Step 02

In a saucepan, slowly warm up the butter and syrup. Once the butter has melted, turn off the heat and stir in both the milk and dark chocolate until it’s smooth.

Step 03

Mix the chocolate and syrup mixture into the bowl of crumbled Shredded Wheat. Stir well so it’s all coated.

Step 04

Spoon out the mixture using an ice cream scoop or two spoons, shaping small nests. Place them on a baking sheet covered in parchment, adding 3 mini Easter eggs to the middle of each one.

Step 05

Put the tray in the fridge and leave it there until the nests have firmed up completely.

Notes

  1. Only dark chocolate or just milk chocolate can be used: 350g for dark or 500g for milk.
  2. Another cereal (about 80-100g) can easily replace Shredded Wheat.
  3. These treats are good and fresh for more than a week.
  4. White chocolate doesn’t mix well with the butter and syrup in this method.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large bowl for mixing
  • Saucepan for heating
  • Scoop for shaping (cookie or ice cream style)
  • Baking tray with parchment paper

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Includes dairy ingredients like butter and chocolate.
  • Contains wheat from the Shredded Wheat cereal.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
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