Make Chocolate Nests

This treat is not only delicious, but it's healthy as well. Using shredded wheat cereal as the nest makes it a perfect table topper for parties. Add some small Easter eggs for Easter or candy corn for Halloween and you've got a creative, versatile and unique treat!

Steps

 * 1) [[Image:Nests1.jpg|thumb|]]Pull apart the shredded wheat into a bowl.
 * 2) [[Image:Nests2.jpg|thumb|]]Break up the chocolate and place it into a measuring cup. Then place the cup into a pan of boiling water and allow the chocolate to melt.
 * 3) [[Image:Nests4.jpg|thumb|]]Watch the chocolate and when you notice it has melted completely, add the honey and stir slowly.
 * 4) [[Image:Nests5.jpg|thumb|]]Pour the chocolate mixture over the shredded wheat.
 * 5) [[Image:Nests6.jpg|thumb|]]Add sesame seeds (if not alergic) and mix everything together.
 * 6) [[Image:Nests8.jpg|thumb|]]Put the mixture into cupcake papers. Press down the center of the mixture  with your thumb to create a well and add a few mini eggs, candy corn, or anything of your choice.
 * 7)  Allow it to set.
 * 8) YUM! Tasty.

Tips

 * Vary the ingredient amounts for the number of nests you wish to make.
 * For a healthier dessert, make your own chocolate. Use alkalized cocoa powder, macadamia nut oil, and stevia as a sweetener (stevia will normally only be in health-food stores.)

Warnings

 * Some people are allergic to some of these ingredients. Make sure you check that the people you are serving to do not have these allergies.

Things You'll Need

 * 12 Cupcake Papers
 * 400 grams of milk or dark Chocolate
 * 24 Chocolate Mini Eggs or Candy Corn
 * 4 Tbsp. Honey
 * 4 Tbsp. Sesame Seeds (optional)
 * 5 Shredded Wheat Bars

Related Tips and Steps

 * How to Make a Chocolate Bouquet
 * How to Make Chocolate Coconut Bars
 * How to Make Chocolate Dipped Spoons
 * How to Make Chocolate Fondue in the Microwave
 * How to Make Really Easy and Delicious Chocolate Mousse
 * How to Make Meringues
 * How to Make a Chocolate Tart
 * How to Create Easter Decor Confetti

Sources and Citations

 * Cutoutandkeep.net Original source of this page. Shared with permission. Visit their site for many more interesting crafts.