Description
Chocolate-drizzled No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks blend crispy chow mein noodles with creamy peanut butter for an irresistible sweet treat. Quick and simple desserts like these satisfy chocolate and peanut butter cravings in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 11 ounces (311 grams) butterscotch chips
- 4 cups chow mein noodles
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 cup roasted peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare a clean workspace by laying out wax paper on a flat surface for cooling the haystacks.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and butterscotch chips, ensuring even distribution.
- Microwave the mixture in 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly between each interval until the ingredients meld into a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Carefully incorporate chow mein noodles into the melted mixture, gently folding to ensure complete and uniform coating.
- If using, fold in peanuts to add extra crunch and nutty flavor to the haystack mixture.
- Using a spoon or small scoop, drop generous dollops of the mixture onto the prepared wax paper, spacing them slightly apart.
- Allow the haystacks to rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes, or until they firm up and maintain their distinct shape.
- Once completely set and cooled, transfer the haystacks to a serving plate or store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- Customize your haystacks by adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a gourmet touch that balances the sweetness.
- Choose gluten-free chow mein noodles to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- For a protein boost, mix in some chopped roasted almonds or sunflower seeds for extra crunch and nutrition.
- Keep haystacks refrigerated in an airtight container to maintain their crisp texture and prevent melting during warm weather.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg