Description
White Chocolate Haystacks are a delicious and easy no-bake treat combining the creamy sweetness of melted white almond bark with the crispy crunch of chow mein noodles and roasted peanuts, all topped with colorful nonpareils for a festive touch. Perfect for quick holiday treats or anytime you want a simple, crunchy, sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 18 ounces white almond bark
- 5 ounces chow mein noodles (about 3 cups; La Choy recommended)
- ¾ cup roasted and salted peanuts
Toppings
- 4 tablespoons colorful nonpareils
Instructions
- Melt White Almond Bark: Add the white almond bark to a large heat-safe mixing bowl. Heat it in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the almond bark is completely melted and smooth.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with waxed paper and set it aside to use for shaping and cooling the haystacks.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir the chow mein noodles and roasted salted peanuts into the melted almond bark, mixing thoroughly until all the pieces are fully coated with the white chocolate.
- Shape Haystacks: Using a tablespoon measure, scoop out approximately 2 tablespoons of the coated mixture and drop it onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
- Add Toppings and Set: Quickly sprinkle about ½ teaspoon of colorful nonpareils over each haystack before the coating hardens. Allow the haystacks to cool completely and harden at room temperature before serving.
Notes
- To speed up the setting process, you can place the tray in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
- Store white chocolate haystacks in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness, or refrigerate if your environment is warm.
- You can substitute peanuts with other nuts or mix-ins of your choice for variation.
- Use waxed paper or parchment paper to prevent sticking when cooling the haystacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: white chocolate haystacks, no-bake dessert, chow mein noodles, holiday treat, crunchy candy
