Easter Nest Cookies

Easter Nest Cookies
60 min.
24
190kcal

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Get ready to celebrate Easter with a delightful treat that will bring joy to both kids and adults alike: Easter Nest Cookies! These charming cookies are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making them the perfect addition to your holiday festivities. With a soft and chewy texture, each cookie is a delightful canvas for a fluffy frosting and a sprinkle of colorful coconut, creating a whimsical nest that’s just begging to be filled with jelly beans.

Imagine the smiles on your loved ones' faces as they bite into these sweet creations, bursting with flavor and fun. The combination of the buttery sugar cookie base and the light, airy frosting makes for a heavenly dessert that pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee. Plus, the vibrant colors of the coconut and jelly beans add a festive touch that will brighten up any Easter gathering.

Whether you’re hosting a family brunch, an egg hunt, or simply looking to indulge in some holiday baking, these Easter Nest Cookies are sure to impress. They’re not just a treat; they’re a delightful way to create memories and share the spirit of the season. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let’s get baking these adorable cookies that will surely become a cherished tradition in your home!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting white
  • cup coconut flakes flaked
  • serving purple gel food coloring 
  • serving gourmet jelly beans 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375° F. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix, flour, butter and egg until dough forms.
  2. Shape dough into 24 (2-inch) balls.
  3. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  4. Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
  5. Frost cookies.
  6. Add coconut to a 1-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag.
  7. Add 2 to 3 drops food color, shaking bag to blend color. It may be necessary to add 1 to 2 teaspoons water to help disperse the color evenly or additional food color until desired color is reached.
  8. Sprinkle about 1 teaspoon coconut onto each cookie. Top with jelly beans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories190kcal
Protein2.65%
Fat39.55%
Carbs57.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7
Glycemic Load
4.31
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3856521681275%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:190.36kcal
9.52%
Fat:8.43g
12.97%
Saturated Fat:4.13g
25.79%
Carbohydrates:27.73g
9.24%
Net Carbohydrates:27.14g
9.87%
Sugar:18.83g
20.93%
Cholesterol:13.6mg
4.53%
Sodium:109.35mg
4.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.27g
2.54%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.99%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.79%
Fiber:0.59g
2.34%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.17%
Vitamin K:2.08µg
1.98%
Selenium:1.37µg
1.96%
Vitamin A:88.69IU
1.77%
Folate:6.29µg
1.57%
Copper:0.03mg
1.5%
Iron:0.26mg
1.46%
Phosphorus:14.57mg
1.46%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.29%