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Easy Chocolate Easter Nests

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These no-bake Easter treats blend crushed Shredded Wheat with melted chocolate, butter, and syrup. Formed into nests and topped with candy eggs, they’re easy to prepare and store for a week. Perfect for holidays, they’re fun to make with kids and share with everyone!
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Updated on Mon, 24 Mar 2025 23:18:29 GMT
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Turn plain pretzels into cute Easter goodies with this fun chocolate-dipped snack. The crisp salty pretzels work amazingly with the smooth chocolate layer, all dressed up as sweet spring animals. We've tested this recipe many 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. Each pretzel becomes your chance to make adorable spring designs that everyone from kids to grandparents will love.

Main Components

  • Pretzels: Square ones work best as your animal base, but regular twisted shapes can work for simpler designs
  • Melting Chocolate: High-quality dark and white melting chips for the best texture and appearance
  • Decorative Eyes: Tiny candy eyes to create life-like faces
  • Decorative Elements: White sugar pearls and pastel-colored sprinkles for the finishing look
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Creating Process

Chocolate Melting
Warm chocolate slowly using a double boiler method, constantly stirring for smoothness. Keep the right temp to avoid chocolate getting grainy.
Making Bunnies
Dip pretzels fully in white chocolate, letting extra drip off. Start by adding the nose first. Finish with tiny whiskers as the last touch.
Creating Sheep
Cover pretzels with white chocolate, then quickly sprinkle sugar pearls on top. Use dark chocolate for the face details, then stick on candy eyes in the right spots.

This treat came about when I wanted an Easter activity that wouldn't make a huge mess but still looked impressive after cleanup.

Cooling Guidelines

A quick trip to the fridge helps set the chocolate - just pop them in for 2-3 minutes but don't leave them too long or they'll get wet.

Work Setup

Make things easier by lining up everything you'll need in the order you'll use it before you start decorating.

Make-Ahead Tips

Keep your finished pretzel treats in sealed containers for up to a week, so you can get ahead on holiday prep.

Style Variations

Try out different spring themes using various colored melting chocolates and fun decorations.

These chocolate Easter pretzels show that you don't need complicated recipes to make holiday treats that everyone will remember.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I switch to another chocolate type?
Absolutely! You could use entirely dark chocolate (350g) or just milk chocolate (500g). White chocolate might not melt as well with butter and syrup though.
→ How long do these last?
Stored properly, they’ll stay fresh for over a week.
→ Can I swap out Shredded Wheat?
Yes! Try any other cereal instead, just keep it to about 80-100g.
→ Is the golden syrup essential?
Not really! You can leave it out along with the butter, using only the chocolate if you prefer.
→ Can cupcake liners work instead of trays?
Sure! Using liners will give your nests a tidier shape if you prefer.

Chocolate Easter Nests

Make these no-bake nests with crushed Shredded Wheat, melted chocolate, and golden syrup. Candy eggs make them a perfect Easter snack to put together quickly.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
40 Minutes
Total Time
60 Minutes
By: Kylie

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: British

Yield: 15 Servings (15 nests)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Base

01 6-8 full-size Shredded Wheat biscuits, crumbled
02 200g dark chocolate, broken into chunks
03 200g milk chocolate, chopped into bits
04 100g golden syrup
05 100g unsalted butter

→ Topping

06 100-200g small Easter treats for decoration

Instructions

Step 01

In a large bowl, crush the Shredded Wheat into tiny pieces. Leave it aside for later.

Step 02

Gently heat the butter and golden syrup in a pot, stirring now and then until the butter is fully liquid. Remove from the heat and mix in the milk and dark chocolate until smooth and melted.

Step 03

Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the crushed cereal. Stir until it’s evenly coated throughout.

Step 04

Grab two spoons or a scoop and form little nest shapes with the mixture on a parchment-lined tray. Pop a few Easter candies on top of each one.

Step 05

Put the tray in the fridge and let the nests sit until they’re completely firm.

Notes

  1. Only dark chocolate (350g) or only milk chocolate (500g) can be used if preferred.
  2. Another cereal (80-100g) can work instead of Shredded Wheat.
  3. These stay fresh and tasty for about a week or more.
  4. White chocolate doesn’t melt well with the syrup and butter combo.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small pan for heating ingredients
  • Cookie or ice cream scoop
  • Baking sheet with parchment paper

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • This includes dairy (chocolate, butter).
  • Wheat from the Shredded Wheat is included.

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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