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Easter Basket Cookies

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
  • Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Easter Basket Cookies are a fun and festive treat, perfect for spring celebrations. These colorful, no-bake cookies are shaped like little baskets, filled with sweet candy ‘eggs,’ and topped with a buttery, sweet coating.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 2 cups chow mein noodles (or crispy fried noodles)
  • 1/2 cup pastel-colored candy eggs (e.g., jelly beans or mini chocolate eggs)
  • 1/4 cup green candy melts or white chocolate (optional, for basket handles)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the mini marshmallows in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
  3. Pour the melted marshmallows into the coconut mixture and stir well to combine.
  4. Add the chow mein noodles to the mixture, gently stirring to coat the noodles with the marshmallow-coconut mixture.
  5. Using your hands or a spoon, scoop out small portions of the mixture and form into little nests on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press a small indentation in the center of each nest to create a ‘basket’ shape.
  6. Place the nests in the fridge for about 30 minutes to set and firm up.
  7. Once the nests have set, fill each basket with pastel-colored candy eggs of your choice. If desired, melt green candy melts or white chocolate and pipe a handle over the top of each basket to complete the look.
  8. Serve the Easter Basket Cookies immediately, or store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Feel free to mix and match different types of candy for the ‘eggs,’ such as chocolate eggs or jelly beans, to make the baskets more colorful and festive.
  • If you prefer a different shape, you can also mold the mixture into small balls or clusters.
  • If you don’t have chow mein noodles, you can substitute with other crispy, crunchy noodles or even pretzel sticks for a different texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Find it online: https://breakfasttodinner.com/easter-basket-cookies/