Birds Nest Cookies
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Birds Nest Cookies
Description
This recipe for Birds Nest Cookies involves mixing sweetened shredded coconut with a blend of sweetened condensed milk, egg white, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. The wet mixture is shaped by hand into nest forms on a baking sheet, then baked at a moderate temperature until they turn golden brown. The shaping step uses wet hands to prevent sticking and is done carefully to create a depression in the center of each cookie.
After baking and cooling completely, the nests are filled with a thick chocolate spread such as Nutella, and decorated with small egg-shaped candies like Cadbury Mini Eggs placed in the center. The cookies have a chewy texture from the coconut and a sweet richness from the chocolate and condensed milk.
This collection-style cookie is ideal for festive occasions or as a seasonal treat. Storing in an airtight container preserves freshness for a day or two, though the cookies are best enjoyed fresh. Wetting hands helps in the forming process, and making sure to press the nest centers after baking ensures adequate space for the fillings.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 large egg white
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract pure
- ⅛ tsp table salt
- 3 ½ cups coconut sweetened shredded
- 1 cup Nutella or thick chocolate spread
- Cadbury Mini Eggs or your favorite egg shaped candies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
- In a bowl, stir together the first 4 ingredients until combined. Add coconut and stir to mix well.
- Scoop 2 TB dough and form into a nest shape, using wet hands as it prevents sticking.
- Bake 20-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and depress center again if needed. Cool completely.
- Once nests are completely cooled, fill with Nutella or chocolate spread and place 3 candies in the center of each cookie. Store in airtight container.
Notes
- For best hold and sweetness, use sweetened shredded coconut.
- Wet your hands before shaping dough to prevent sticking and ease forming nests.
- After baking, press the center of each nest again while warm to create a good cavity for filling.
- Any thick chocolate spread can be used instead of Nutella for the nest filling.
- These cookies are freshest when eaten within 1-2 days after baking.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 391 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 391kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 141mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 259mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 42g | 84% |
| Vitamin A | 46IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 107mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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