Description
A quick and easy no-bake treat, Butterscotch Haystacks combine crunchy chow mein noodles with creamy melted butterscotch and peanut butter, studded with salted peanuts for extra crunch. Perfect for a sweet snack or dessert, these no-fuss clusters come together in minutes without any oven time.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 7 cups chow mein noodles
- 1½ cups butterscotch chips
- ¾ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup salted peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients: Place the peanuts and chow mein noodles in a large mixing bowl, ensuring they’re evenly combined for a balanced distribution of crunch in every bite.
- Melt the binding mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, gently melt the butterscotch chips and peanut butter together, stirring frequently until smooth and fully combined without burning.
- Combine and coat: Pour the warm butterscotch and peanut butter mixture over the peanut and noodle mixture. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat all pieces with the sticky mixture, creating clusters.
- Shape the haystacks: Using tablespoons, drop the coated mixture onto wax paper in small piles or ‘haystacks.’ Make sure they’re spaced to avoid sticking.
- Cool and set: Allow the haystacks to cool completely at room temperature until firm and set before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for easier melting and better coating.
- To speed up the setting process, place the haystacks in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
- For a nut-free version, omit the peanuts or replace with seeds such as sunflower seeds.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Chow mein noodles can be substituted with crispy rice cereal if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: butterscotch haystacks, no-bake dessert, chow mein noodle clusters, peanut butter treats, easy snacks
