Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks Recipe

These No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks are a fun and delicious treat with a delightful crunch. Made with peanut butter, butterscotch chips, and crunchy chow mein noodles, these haystacks are a great snack or dessert for peanut butter lovers. Perfect for holidays, parties, or just a quick, sweet snack!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups chow mein noodles (crispy kind)
  • Optional: ½ cup peanuts or mini marshmallows for extra crunch

Instructions

Melt the Butterscotch Chips and Peanut Butter

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butterscotch chips and peanut butter.

Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth

Combine with Chow Mein Noodles

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Gently fold in the chow mein noodles (and peanuts or marshmallows if using) until they’re evenly coated with the peanut butter mixture

Form the Haystacks

Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, forming small haystack shapes

Cool and Set

Allow the haystacks to cool at room temperature or place them in the fridge for 10-15 minutes until they’re set

Serve and Enjoy

Once the haystacks are set, serve them on a platter and enjoy!

Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Haystacks

Use Low Heat for Melting: Butterscotch chips can burn easily, so it’s best to melt them slowly in the microwave or on the stove.

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Customize the Flavor: Add a handful of chocolate chips or a sprinkle of sea salt on top for extra flavor.

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Variations

Chocolate Peanut Butter Haystacks: Replace half the butterscotch chips with chocolate chips for a chocolate-peanut butter twist.

Holiday Version: Add red and green sprinkles or M&Ms to make these festive for Christmas or any holiday.

Nut-Free: Substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.

Nutritional Information (Per Haystack)

Note: This is an approximation and may vary based on portion size.

  • Calories: ~120
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Sugar: 8g

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