Nutter Butter Chicks

I make these easy no bake Nutter Butter chicks every spring because they are cute, no bake, and honestly one of the most Insta-gramable Easter treats ever.

Holiday treats are my fave. The easier and cuter, the better. If I can melt, dip, and decorate without turning on the oven, I'm in.

You'll love these because they are beginner-friendly, budget-friendly, and low effort but look like you spent all afternoon crafting them. They are cozy, playful, and perfect for Easter baskets, parties, or a cute dessert board. Clean up is easy and the decorating part is actually fun instead of stressful.

Things to Know Before Making Nutter Butter Chicks

• Melt the candy slowly in 30 second increments so it stays smooth and glossy.
• If you cannot find yellow Reese's Pieces, use any yellow or orange candy for the same cute effect.
• Work in small batches so the candy coating does not harden before you add the eyes and decorations.
• Use tweezers to place candy eyes if you want extra precise, aesthetic placement.

These are low effort but high payoff. We love that.

I love making these when I want something festive but do not want to bake a whole cake. They are basically edible crafts and I fully support that energy.

If you're into easy Easter recipes, you'll love these too: Easter Peeps Dip, Easter Blossom Sugar Cookies, and No Bake Oreo Cake Pops.

Ingredients You'll Need

• Nutter Butter Cookies: The base of the chicks. Peanut butter flavor makes these extra good.
• Yellow candy melts: Creates the smooth, bright yellow chick coating.
• Candy eyes: Instantly makes them adorable and brings the chicks to life.
• Orange Reese's Pieces: Used for beaks and feet. Cutting them in half gives the perfect shape.
• Yellow Reese's Pieces: Used for little wings or arms.
• Orange cookie frosting: For the tiny hair detail on top.

You will also need a baking sheet, parchment paper, microwave-safe bowl, and a sharp knife.

Scroll to the recipe card for exact measurements.

How to Make Nutter Butter Chicks

Step 1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Carefully cut the Reese's Pieces in half using a sharp knife. Set aside for decorating.

Step 2: Place the yellow candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second increments, stirring well between each round, until smooth and fully melted.

Step 3: Dip each Nutter Butter cookie into the melted candy and coat completely. Let excess drip off before placing on the parchment.

Step 4: While the coating is still soft, add two candy eyes, half an orange candy for the beak, two halves for feet, and two yellow halves for wings. Work quickly so everything sticks.

Step 5: Let the coating fully set. Once hardened, use the orange cookie frosting to draw a little tuft of hair on top of each chick. Let it set before serving. They will firm up as the candy coating cools.

Substitutions and Variations

• Use white candy melts and add yellow food coloring if needed.
• Swap Reese's Pieces for mini M&M's in matching colors.
• Add pastel sprinkles before the coating sets for extra Easter vibes.
• Turn them into bunny faces instead by changing the decorations.

What to Serve with Nutter Butter Chicks

Add a pastel punch or lemonade for a cute, cozy holiday table moment. They also look adorable in treat bags for gifting.

Storage and Freezing

Store Nutter Butter Chicks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can refrigerate them if your house is warm, but let them sit at room temp before serving for the best texture. Freezing is not recommended because the candy coating can sweat as it thaws.

FAQs

Are Nutter Butter Chicks no bake?

Yes. These Easy No Bake Nutter Butter Chicks require no oven and come together with melted candy coating.

Can I make Nutter Butter Chicks ahead of time?

Yes. You can make them 1 to 3 days ahead and store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

What can I use instead of candy melts?

You can use white or yellow chocolate chips, but add a little coconut oil to help with smooth melting.

Do Nutter Butter Chicks need to be refrigerated?

No. They can stay at room temperature unless your kitchen is very warm.

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