Description

These festive coconut nests are a sweet, chewy treat perfect for Easter or spring celebrations. Shaped like little nests and filled with pastel candies, they’re easy to make and fun to decorate.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups (240g) sweetened shredded coconut
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
Candy eggs (e.g., mini Cadbury eggs, jelly beans, or small fruit candies)
Optional: melted chocolate for drizzling

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, egg whites, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until the coconut is evenly coated and sticky.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and form it into a nest shape using your hands. Place each nest on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them.
Bake the nests for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Let the nests cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to firm up.
Once cooled, tuck a few candy eggs into each nest. If desired, drizzle melted chocolate over the top for extra flair.

Notes

For a vegan option, replace egg whites with aquafaba. Watch the nests closely while baking to prevent burning. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 nest
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 30
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 16
Fiber: 2
Protein: 2

Keywords: Easter dessert, coconut nests, spring treats, easy dessert, festive recipe