Here’s a quick and easy springtime project to make with your grandkids (or any kids you have in your life). You’ll have fun creating – and eating – these Easter Bird’s Nest Treats.

Easter bird's nests treats to make with your grandkids

It’s mid-March and I am standing at the kitchen window watching two doves eating from the feeder beneath our cypress tree. We’ve seen a big increase in the number of birds that visit our yard lately. In a recent post, we talked about how birds and their nests were one of the signs of spring we remembered from our childhoods. That’s still true today. Hearing their songs and watching all the activity that comes with mating and nesting is one of my favorite things about Spring.

It’s no surprise that eggs are part of the Easter celebration.

Eggs have long been a prominent part of Easter, both in symbolism and tradition, which makes perfect sense. Images of fuzzy yellow chicks or newly hatched baby birds stretching out their beaks for food instantly bring thoughts of new life to mind. A baby bird emerges from it’s protective shell, and with it comes a sense of hope, a renewing of life. As stated in this fascinating documentary, the egg is an incredible miracle of nature.

That’s why these Easter Bird’s Nest Treats are the perfect choice to make with your grandkids.

I made them with my children when they were growing up, and then a few times with my nieces and nephews. While you make them, you can talk about how the egg is a symbol of Jesus emerging from the tomb. Or about the new life that was made possible for us because of His resurrection. Or about birds and nature in general. We made them in a homeschool co-op science class one year where I used them as an object lesson on the lifecycle of birds. The conversations you can have while making these are endless.

But if you’re not into “teachable moments,” make Easter Bird’s Nest Treats just because they’re fun – and taste good!

You only need five ingredients for the Easter Bird’s Nest Treats:

Chow mein noodles
Marshmallows
Peanut Butter
Butter
Easter (Pastel Blend) Peanut M&M’s

Easter Birds Nest Treats to Make With Your Grandkids Ingredients

The recipe is easy to remember because it’s three of everything: 3 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter, 3 tablespoons of butter, 3 cups of mini marshmallows, 3 cups of chow mein noodles, and three M&M’s for each nest.

Directions for Easter Birds Nest Treats are super simple.

First, slowly melt the butter and marshmallows in a medium saucepan over low heat. When they are just melted, mix in the peanut butter. Then pour that over the chow mein noodles in a large bowl and mix until combined. When the mixture has cooled enough to handle, take out a small scoop and shape it into a 2-1/2″ diameter nest, making sure to bring up the sides enough to hold in the “eggs.” (If the mixture gets too sticky, it helps to wet your fingers slightly.) Place them on parchment paper and fill each nest with peanut M&M eggs.

Once they have firmed up and cooled completely, they’re ready to eat. You can also store them in a covered container for up to three days, if you want to make them ahead for your Easter table.

We love the kind of family traditions that are brought back year after year. Tell us about some of your Easter traditions or memories in the comments.