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Easter Rice Krispie Nests

These Easter Rice Krispie Nests are a sweet and simple treat that looks adorable on an Easter table, in baskets, or as part of a spring party spread. Kids love helping shape the nests and adding the finishing touches. This is an easy Easter food craft that works well for family fun, classroom parties, and holiday snacks.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Cooling Time20 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Yield: 12 nests
Calories: 200kcal

Supplies

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 10- ounce bag marshmallows
  • 6 cups crisp rice cereal
  • Edible Easter grass
  • Robin egg candies
  • Cooking spray
  • Muffin tin
  • Spoon

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the marshmallows and stir until they are fully melted and smooth.
  • Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the crisp rice cereal and stir until the cereal is evenly coated.
  • Lightly spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Spray the back of a spoon as well to help prevent sticking.
  • Scoop the cereal mixture into the muffin tin cups. Press gently into each cup and make an indent in the center to form a nest shape.
  • Let the nests cool completely in the pan. Once they are firm, carefully remove them from the muffin tin.
  • Break the edible grass into smaller pieces and place a little inside each nest. Add robin egg candies on top to finish.

Notes

For a fun variation, use green-dyed coconut instead of edible grass.
If the cereal mixture starts sticking too much, lightly spray your spoon again while shaping the nests.
These are best made and served the same day, but they can also be stored in an airtight container for a short time.