Easter Egg Krispies Nests

These fun Easter Rice Krispie nests turn a simple snack into springtime magic that everyone adores. The mix of crunchy cereal cups, smooth frosting, and bright candy eggs makes a super cute holiday treat that's a blast to create and even better to munch on.

I started making these with my nieces one soggy Easter weekend when we couldn't go outside. They couldn't stop smiling when they saw their finished creations, and we've kept up the tradition every year while counting down to Easter morning.

What You'll Need

• 16 ounces marshmallows: Go for new ones for the softest outcome. Both mini and jumbo work great
• 7 cups Rice Krispies cereal: Gives that perfect snap and nest-like feel
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter: Adds flavor and helps everything come out clean
• Easter Egg Candies: Grab tiny chocolate eggs in different shades for the cutest look
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter for frosting: Make sure it's soft for easier mixing
• 3-4 cups powdered sugar: Run it through a sieve for silky results
• 1/4 cup milk: Full-fat tastes best but any kind will do the job
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: The real stuff makes your frosting taste way better
• Green food coloring: The gel type gives brighter color without making frosting runny

How To Make These Treats

Get Your Pans Ready:

Cover your cupcake tins with a good layer of cooking spray or butter. Don't forget the edges where things tend to stick. This step saves so much hassle later on.

Mix Your Base:

Combine marshmallows and butter in a big microwave-safe bowl. Warm them up for about 2 minutes total, but stop and stir every half minute. Keep an eye on them so they don't puff over the sides. You want everything smooth with no chunks left.

Combine Everything:

Pour the Rice Krispies into your melted marshmallow mix. Use a buttered spatula to stir gently until all cereal gets coated. Don't dawdle since the mixture starts hardening pretty fast.

Shape Your Cups:

Scoop the mixture into your greased cupcake spots. Push down the middle using wax paper to make room for frosting later. Fill each cup about 3/4 of the way to leave space for your nest top.

Let Them Firm Up:

Give your treats a half hour to set at room temp. This way they'll hold their shape when you take them out.

Whip Up The Frosting:

Beat your softened butter until fluffy. Mix in 2 cups of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Run your mixer for around 5 minutes till everything's super smooth. Slowly add more sugar until it's just right. Drop in green coloring bit by bit until you get a nice grassy shade.

Put It All Together:

Pipe your green frosting onto the cooled treats using a grass tip for the most natural look. Work from outside to inside. Top each nest with 2-3 candy eggs. They're ready to enjoy right away.

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The balance of marshmallows to cereal in this recipe gives you treats that stay together without being too gooey or brittle. I tried cutting back on marshmallows once to make them a bit healthier, but they fell apart before we could even serve them. Take my word for it—use all the marshmallows called for and you won't be sorry.

How To Keep Them Fresh

Your nests will stay tasty for up to 3 days in an airtight container at room temp. If you need to stack them, put parchment paper between each layer. Don't put them in the fridge—that'll make the cereal base too hard and the frosting too stiff. Want to work ahead? You can make the Rice Krispie cups and freeze them without frosting for up to 3 weeks. Just let them come to room temp before adding fresh frosting and candy.

Mix It Up

Green grass nests work great for Easter, but you can switch things up for other events too. Try baby showers with blue or pink frosting topped with tiny candy pacifiers instead of eggs. For birthday parties, match your frosting to the party colors and add sprinkles or small candies. Halloween calls for orange frosting with candy corn or chocolate spiders. The plain Rice Krispie cups work as a blank canvas for any holiday decoration.

Ways To Enjoy Them

These sweet Easter nests look amazing at any spring get-together. Set them on a pretty cake stand as the centerpiece for Easter brunch. You could also wrap each nest in clear cellophane tied with light-colored ribbon as take-home gifts for your guests. They taste wonderful alongside fresh fruit and spring drinks for a complete dessert spread that balances out the sweetness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I skip making homemade frosting?

Sure, store-bought frosting works just fine! But homemade buttercream offers a richer and tastier option.

→ Are there other candies I can use?

Of course! Jelly beans, chocolate eggs, or mini colorful candies are great alternatives for decorating.

→ What stops the mixture from sticking to my hands?

Rub some butter on your hands or cover them with wax paper. This makes pressing the mix into shapes so much easier.

→ How far ahead can I prepare these treats?

Make the nests a day before if needed. Store them sealed tightly, but add frosting and candies right before serving for freshness.

→ Do I have to use green coloring for the frosting?

Nope! Feel free to use any colors you like. Match them to your theme or event for a custom look.