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Kellogg's
These adorable Easter nests are simply Rice Krispies treats molded into the shape of birds' nests using a muffin tin. The treats are then topped with coconut, jelly beans and/or chocolate Easter eggs.
Make these treats with the kids, and serve them at your Easter egg hunt. Directions are given for stovetop cooking and microwave cooking.
Ingredients
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1/4 teaspoon water
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2 to 4 drops food coloring
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1/2 cup flaked coconut
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, or margarine
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1 (10-ounce) package regular marshmallows, or 4 cups miniature marshmallows
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6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
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Miniature marshmallows, for garnish
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Small jelly beans, for garnish
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Chocolate eggs, for garnish
Steps to Make It
Stovetop Directions
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Coat with cooking spray enough cupcake tins to yield 16 (2-1/2-inch) cups.
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In a small bowl, stir together water and green food coloring. Add coconut. Stir until coconut is tinted. Spread on a baking sheet to dry.
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In a large saucepan, melt butter or margarine over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until they are completely melted. Remove from heat.
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Add Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until well coated.
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Using lightly greased hands, divide the warm mixture into prepared cupcake tins. Shape mixture into individual cups. Cool. Remove from pans.
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Fill cooled nests with coconut, marshmallows, jelly beans or chocolate eggs. These are best when eaten the same day.
Microwave Directions
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Follow steps 1 and 2 of the stove top directions above.
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In a microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth.
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Follow steps 4 to 6 of the stove top directions above. Remember, microwave cooking times may vary.
Tips
- For best results, use fresh marshmallows. A (7-ounce) jar of marshmallow crème can be substituted for marshmallows.
- Diet, reduced calorie, or tub margarine is not recommended.
- Do not store more than two days at room temperature in an airtight container.
- To freeze unfilled cups, place in a single layer on waxed paper in an airtight container. Freeze for up to six weeks. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before filling.
Source: Kellogg North America Company. Reprinted with permission.
Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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166 | Calories |
3g | Fat |
34g | Carbs |
1g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 16 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 166 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 3g | 4% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 11% |
Cholesterol 6mg | 2% |
Sodium 101mg | 4% |
Total Carbohydrate 34g | 12% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
Total Sugars 19g | |
Protein 1g | |
Vitamin C 7mg | 33% |
Calcium 4mg | 0% |
Iron 3mg | 18% |
Potassium 28mg | 1% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |