Turn classic no-bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies into the cutest Easter nest cookies! This classic dessert is easier than ever.

These No-Bake Easter Nest Cookies are as easy as they are cute! Made with oats, cocoa, and topped with candy eggs, they’re the perfect springtime treat. No oven needed—just mix, shape, and enjoy!

When it comes to instant gratification desserts, you can’t get better than no-bake cookies! I mean, the batter is safe to eat right away! So, I took my favourite no-bake cookies recipe and turned them into adorable nests for (candy) Easter eggs.

This is one of those desserts that makes you feel like a kid again. If you’re a parent, then make them with your kiddos. They’ll love the mixing and adding the Easter candies to the nests.

No-Bake Easter Cookies

Have you ever made no-bake cookies before? They’re so easy! Just mix the ingredients together, form them into cookies (or nests) and let them set. That’s it!

There are a few notes about the ingredients. First, I used a small amount of milk. If you’re lactose intolerant, then substitute the milk with oat milk instead. It will mix perfectly with the oats.

And for the peanut butter, you can use either creamy or crunchy versions. They’ll both taste so good in the cookies. If you need to avoid peanuts, then use any type of nut or seed butter. I love them with sunflower seed butter.

30-Minute Easter Cookies

As long as you have 30 minutes for the cookies to set up, these are the perfect last-minute Easter cookies. Since they need to be refrigerated, they are also really good make-ahead cookies, too.

One more quick tip that you’ll need to know. Be careful when you boil the butter, sugar, and cocoa powder. It should only boil for 30 seconds. If you boil it too long, the texture might change and it won’t be as appetizing. This is a very quick step.

What Ingredients Do I Need To Make No-Bake Easter Nest Cookies?

I used just a few easy ingredients to make the Easter nest cookies. Here’s what I used when I made them:

Cooking spray
Butter
Sugar
Cocoa powder
Milk
Peanut butter
Rolled oats
Candy-covered chocolate eggs

Easy Easter Nest Cookies

I have to admit – candy covered chocolate eggs are some of my favorite Easter snacks. When I make this recipe, I pick up an extra bag to eat later.

What else can you use instead of chocolate eggs in the no-bake cookie nests? This is where you can be creative! I’ve seen people use pastel marshmallows, jelly beans, and even Easter M&Ms.

There are also a few different ways you could make the nests, too. Replace the rolled oats with crunchy chow mein noodles. Or, dye some shredded coconut flakes green and add them on top of the nest (for grass). I’ve also seen people use Rice Krispies cereal instead of rolled oats. Have fun with it and make it your own!

How Long Do No-Bake Cookies Last?

In order for them to stay solid, you need to keep the no-bake nests refrigerated. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

You can freeze them, too. Place them in a freezer-safe container or bag and keep them in the freezer for up to six months.

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How To Make Easter Nest Cookies

Begin by spraying a muffin tin with cooking spray and set aside.

Melt butter, sugar, and cocoa powder in a saucepan over medium heat. Make sure that all ingredients are well combined and bring them to a boil. Boil for about 30 seconds, then remove from heat.

Add the milk and peanut butter and mix thoroughly.

Fold in oats and mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Fill about 10 sections of the muffin tin (this recipe makes 8-10 cookie nests), each up to ¾ full.

In the center of each cookie, add 3-4 candy-covered chocolate eggs.

Let set in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Remove from the muffin tin (you can slide it out with a fork) and serve!