The Easter Nest – Treat Recipe

This holiday-inspired recipe featuring coconut, almond, and chocolate is a perfect sweet indulgence for Easter. Follow these simple instructions to make the Easter Nest-Treat recipe.

Ingredients

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
In a bowl, mix the sweetened shredded coconut and chopped almonds together and set aside.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy.
Add egg to the mixture and beat again until it’s smoothly combined.
Add flour, baking powder, and salt, beat again until it forms into a smooth dough.
Take a small amount about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball.
Roll the ball in the coconut mixture and press the center to create a nest shape in the middle of the ball.
Add 2-3 chocolate chips in the middle of the nest formed.
Arrange the cookie dough balls on a baking sheet lined with a parchment paper and repeat the process for the other balls.
Bake cookies for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden from the bottom and edges.
Once done, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool down.
Enjoy the cookies with your loved ones!

Verdict

This Easter Nest-Treat recipe is a perfect dessert for the festive vibe of Easter. These cookies are soft, buttery, chewy, with the perfect crunch coming from the almonds and sweetened shredded coconut while still keeping their shape to look like nests. The chocolate chips in the middle adds a perfect chocolaty sweetness. All-in-all, a perfect balance of flavors!

Serving Suggestions

These Easter Nest cookies can be a perfect addition to your Easter brunch or dinner. Enjoy them with a warm cup of coffee or tea or even with your favorite glass of milk. Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week to enjoy them for longer.