Easter Nests

In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter or margarine, confectioner's sugar, creamy peanut butter, and marshmallow cream. Mix thoroughly until a smooth, uniform dough forms.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes, or until it is firm enough to shape by hand.

Line a baking sheet or flat tray with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside.

Remove the chilled mixture from the refrigerator and scoop out portions of roughly equal size, approximately one to two tablespoons each.

Roll each portion into a ball between your palms, then use your thumb to press a shallow well into the center of each ball, shaping it to resemble a small nest.

Place each shaped nest onto the prepared parchment-lined tray, spacing them about one inch apart.

Place a few small candy eggs or jelly beans into the hollow center of each nest to complete the Easter theme.

Refrigerate the finished nests for at least 15 minutes to set before serving, and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.