Jeweled Jelly Belly Nests

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 3

Jeweled Jelly Belly Nests, a colorful Easter dessert perfect for kids and adults alike

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

17g

Fat

Jeweled Jelly Belly Nests are a colorful Easter dessert that is perfect for kids and adults alike. The meringue nests are light, airy, and best topped with colorful jelly beans and sherbet. The dessert is easily customizable, and you can switch up the flavors seasonally. This recipe is gluten-free and low-fat, making it an excellent dessert option for those with allergies or dietary restrictions. Treat yourself to something sweet and colorful with these fun and easy Jeweled Jelly Belly Nests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	Beat the egg whites until they become foamy, add in salt, cream of tartar, and almond extract. Mix and beat again until stiff peaks form.
3.	Gradually add in the sugar and beat until stiff peaks form again.
4.	Spoon in the meringue onto the prepared baking sheet, and shape them into bird's nests. Leave an indentation in the center to form a nest.
5.	Decorate each nest with assorted jelly beans and decorative candies.
6.	Bake them in the oven for about 25 minutes, or until the meringue is set.

PROS

These Jeweled Jelly Belly Nests are colorful and fun to make with children.

They are gluten-free and low-fat, containing only about 70 calories per nest.

CONS

The meringue texture is not enjoyed by everyone, and it can be tricky to make without deflating.

They are high in sugar, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Jeweled Jelly Belly Nests contain low fat and are gluten-free.
Jelly beans are high in sugar, but they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat.
Egg whites are a great source of protein and have little to no fat content.

	6 egg whites
	1 pinch salt
	1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
	1/2 teaspoon almond extract
	1 1/2 cups sugar
	4 ounces assorted jelly beans
	decorative candies or sherbet , to fill nests