Chocolate Easter Rice Nests

Name: Chocolate Easter Rice Nests
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 200 g of dark chocolate (baking); 50 g of butter; 100 g of rice (puffed cereal); 2 tbsp of maple syrup; 50 g of sugar eggs (miniature, for decoration)

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These crispy chocolate rice nests are a perfect treat to celebrate Easter. Easy to make, they are topped with little colorful candy eggs, offering a delicious balance between the sweetness of the chocolate and a subtly savory note.

Total time: 20 min
Prep: 20 min
Cook: –
Rest: 30 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €1.25

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 5

nests

Estimated cost €5.00

Equipment

Spatulaor spoon
Muffin pan
Spoon
Refrigerator
Double boiler

Instructions

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Line a muffin pan with paper liners or grease it lightly.

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Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler or over very low heat, stirring with a spatula until smooth.

Add the maple syrup to the melted mixture and stir well until glossy and smooth.

Add the puffed rice, then fold gently until all the cereal is well coated in chocolate.

Divide the mixture among the cups, then press down lightly with the back of a spoon, making a well in the center to form nests.

Place in the refrigerator for at least , until the nests are very firm.

Gently unmold the nests, then fill each hollow with candy eggs.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

455kcal

Protein4 g4%
Carbs50 g45%
Fat25 g51%
Fiber2 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an extra indulgent touch, you can add a pinch of flaky sea salt to the melted chocolate mixture before folding in the puffed rice; it will intensify the flavors. Mix things up by using milk or white chocolate.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

The texture of the rice and the consistency of the chocolate would be altered when thawed.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3-4 days maximum in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Serve chilled.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Ideal, lets the chocolate set well and the rice bind together.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable. Eat chilled or at room temperature for the best experience.

Variations

Fill each hollow with little colorful candy eggs.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Make the nests in paper liners in a muffin pan.

Mistakes to avoid

Overheating the chocolate: melt it over very low heat or in a double boiler.
Crushing the puffed rice while mixing: fold it in gently.
Unmolding too early: wait at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Frequently asked questions

How do you melt the chocolate?

Melt the dark chocolate with the butter in a double boiler or over very low heat, stirring with a spatula until smooth, then add the maple syrup for a glossy mixture.

How do you shape the nests?

Fold the puffed rice into the melted chocolate, divide the mixture among a muffin pan lined with paper liners, press down lightly with the back of a spoon and make a well in the center.

How long should the nests set?

Place them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, until they are very firm, then gently unmold them and fill each hollow with miniature candy eggs.

Does this recipe require baking?

No, it is a no-bake dessert: only the chocolate is melted, then the nests harden in the refrigerator. It is an easy recipe to make with kids to celebrate Easter.