Description
These Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks are a perfect sweet and crunchy treat that’s as simple as it is delicious! Combining creamy peanut butter, sweet butterscotch chips, and crunchy chow mein noodles, this recipe is a family favorite. Originally created as a holiday treat, these haystacks are now enjoyed year-round. They’re quick to make, require no baking, and can be customized with optional roasted peanuts for added texture and flavor
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 11 oz butterscotch chips
- 4 cups chow mein noodles
- 1 cup roasted peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the Peanut Butter and Butterscotch Chips:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and butterscotch chips. Microwave the mixture in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and melted. - Mix in the Noodles and Peanuts:
Once the peanut butter and butterscotch are melted, gently fold in the chow mein noodles and roasted peanuts (if using) until everything is evenly coated. - Form the Haystacks:
Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a sheet of wax paper, shaping them into clusters. Allow them to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes to 1 hour. - Enjoy:
Once the haystacks are set and firm, enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Notes
- You can add a pinch of sea salt or cinnamon to the mixture for extra flavor.
- If you want a richer chocolate flavor, consider adding chocolate chips to the mixture along with the butterscotch.
- These haystacks can also be made in mini muffin cups for a fun twist and easier serving size.
- If you’re not using roasted peanuts, other nuts like almonds or cashews work great too.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 haystack
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg