Easter Nests

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together sugar and coconut; set aside.
2. 2
   Microwave chocolate in a 1-qt. bowl on High for 1 1/2 minutes, stirring twice; cool.
3. 3
   Whisk together egg whites, vanilla and salt.
4. 4
   Stir in melted chocolate and add this to coconut mixture, stirring well.
5. 5
   Drop by heaping tablespoons 2 inches apart onto a lightly greased, parchment paper lined baking sheet.
6. 6
   Make an indentation in the middle of each mound with thumb to form a nest.
7. 7
   Bake at 350 degrees for 14 minutes or until bottoms are crisp.
8. 8
   Centers will be soft.
9. 9
   Press 3 jelly beans into the center of each nest and cool for 10 minutes on baking sheet.
10. 10
    Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
11. 11
    Store in air-tight container.