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Jelly Bean Nests

By Carroll Pellegrinelli, About.com

Kids will love making (with supervision) these Jelly Bean Nests. They are also perfect for each place setting at your Easter table.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1-6 ounce package chow mein noodles or 4 cups unsweetened cereal
  • Jelly beans or Easter-colored candy-coated chocolates

Preparation:

Butter 12-cup muffin tin. In a double boiler, melt marshmallows and butter. Stir in noodles or cereal until well coated. With buttered fingers, press mixture on bottom and up sides of muffin cups. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Remove cups from muffin tin and fill with desired candies.
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