Haystacks Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make Haystacks featuring two delightful variations: Butterscotch and Chocolate. These no-bake treats combine creamy peanut butter or semi-sweet chocolate with crunchy chow mein noodles, creating the perfect sweet snack for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes (melting time in microwave)
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: Approximately 24 haystacks per recipe variation 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Butterscotch Haystacks
- 11 oz butterscotch chips
- 1 cup (270g) creamy peanut butter
- 12 oz chow mein noodles
Chocolate Haystacks
- 11 oz butterscotch chips
- 1 1/2 cups (255g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 12 oz chow mein noodles
Instructions
- Prepare for Butterscotch Haystacks: Line 2 baking sheets with silicone mats, parchment paper, or wax paper to ensure easy removal and clean-up.
- Melt Butterscotch and Peanut Butter: Place butterscotch chips and creamy peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 1 minute, then stir. Repeat the process until the mixture is completely melted and smooth, using 30-45 second intervals as needed.
- Combine with Noodles: Gradually add chow mein noodles to the melted butterscotch and peanut butter mixture, stirring well to fully coat the noodles.
- Form Haystacks: Use a large (#20) cookie scoop or a 3.5-inch scoop to quickly drop mounds of the coated noodles onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Set Haystacks: Allow the haystacks to harden completely at room temperature for 1-2 hours before removing them from the trays. Store finished haystacks in an airtight container.
- Prepare for Chocolate Haystacks: Line 2 baking sheets again with silicone mats, parchment, or wax paper.
- Melt Butterscotch and Chocolate Chips: Place butterscotch chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 1 minute, stirring. Repeat until smooth, using additional 30-45 second intervals if necessary.
- Combine with Noodles: Gradually fold in chow mein noodles, mixing thoroughly to coat them evenly.
- Form Chocolate Haystacks: Use the large cookie scoop to form mounds on the prepared sheets quickly.
- Set and Store: Allow chocolate haystacks to harden at room temperature until firm, about 1-2 hours. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- For best results, do not overheat the chips to avoid burning.
- You can substitute crunchy peanut butter for creamier variation or omit peanut butter for a dairy-free option.
- Use silicone mats or parchment for easy removal and clean-up.
- Store haystacks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- These treats do not require baking and are perfect for quick and easy snacking.
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