Chocolate Peanut Butter Haystacks Recipe
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Haystacks are a delightful no-bake treat combining creamy peanut butter, sweet chocolate and butterscotch chips, crunchy chow mein noodles, and salted peanuts. Perfect for a quick snack or a party treat, these haystacks offer a satisfying blend of textures and flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 haystacks 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chocolate Mixture
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Mix-ins
- 4 cups chow mein noodles
- 1 cup salted peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare the Tray: Line a baking tray with wax paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Melt Butterscotch and Peanut Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butterscotch chips and creamy peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Melt Chocolate Chips: In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips using the same 30-second interval method, stirring until smooth.
- Combine Mix-ins: Add the chow mein noodles and salted peanuts to the melted butterscotch and peanut butter mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly to coat all the crunchy mix-ins evenly.
- Assemble Haystacks: Drop spoonfuls of the coated mixture onto the prepared wax paper lined tray, forming small clusters.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of each haystack to add a rich chocolate finish.
- Set and Cool: Allow the haystacks to cool completely and set until firm, which should take about 30 minutes to 1 hour at room temperature.
- Serve: Once set, the haystacks are ready to serve and enjoy as a delightful sweet and crunchy treat.
Notes
- You can substitute salt-free peanuts for a lower sodium option.
- For a nut-free version, try using sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter and omit peanuts.
- Store the haystacks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- If the mixture feels too stiff when coating, gently warm it again to soften.
- Use wax paper or parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easy.
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