No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks: If you’re on the hunt for a quick and easy treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without turning on the oven, these No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks are just what you need! Combining the rich, creamy flavor of peanut butter with the satisfying crunch of chow mein noodles, these haystacks are a nostalgic favorite that’s perfect for all ages. Whether you’re whipping up a last-minute dessert, preparing a fun snack for the kids, or simply craving a taste of childhood, these haystacks come together in minutes with just a few simple ingredients. No baking is required, but plenty of deliciousness is guaranteed! Nearly irresistible and couldn’t be simpler to whip up!
These no-bake haystacks are as versatile as they are easy to make. With just a few pantry staples, you can create a treat that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and salty flavors, along with the creamy and crunchy textures, makes these haystacks irresistible. Plus, they’re a fun recipe to get the kids involved in – no hot ovens or complicated steps, just mix, scoop, and enjoy. Whether you like them as-is or want to customize them with a drizzle of chocolate or a sprinkle of sea salt, these peanut butter haystacks are sure to become a go-to favorite in your dessert repertoire.
I absolutely love these no-bake peanut butter haystacks! I can eat the whole thing myself! These babies are like a cross between candy and a cookie. These peanut butter haystacks are a fun addition to standard Christmas or Easter cookies. The combination of the sweet peanut butter and butterscotch crunch and flavor is addictive!
If you think these peanut butter haystacks are hard and tricky to pull off, well, you are completely wrong! As it turned out these are crazy easy to make and they do not require turning the oven on! Plus, you only need four (yes, just four!) ingredients.
This recipe is frankly a no-brainer. Whenever you need a crowd-pleasing cookie any time of the year, these no-bake peanut butter haystacks are perfect! Get creative and drop in some chocolate candy eggs in the center of the haystacks once they are set and hardened.
What You Need To Make These No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks
- Butterscotch chips
- Creamy peanut butter
- Crispy chow mein noodles
- Salted peanuts
To make this recipe gluten-free (you should use this ingredient instead):
- Use gluten-free Chow Mein Noodles such as Gefen.
Steps To Make No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks
Step 1: Into a saucepan, melt the peanut butter and butterscotch chips until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Take the pan off the heat. To the peanut butter-butterscotch mixture, add the crispy noodles and peanuts.
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Salted peanuts:
Step 3: Stir quickly before the mixture has a chance to set up.
Step 4: Onto a baking sheet covered in wax or parchment paper, drop spoonfuls of the mixture.
Step 5: Let them harden in the fridge or just leave them out on the counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to store peanut butter haystacks?
Keep them in an airtight container and store them at room temperature.
Other fun variations:
You can replace chow mein noodles with cornflakes.
Substitute butterscotch with white chocolates.
Use chex mix or pretzel sticks instead of chow mien noodles.
Omit the peanut butter and use chocolate chips instead.
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No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks
Ingredients
- 1 5-ounce can of crispy chow mein noodles
- 1 11 ounces package of butterscotch chips
- 1/2 c. salted peanuts optional
- 1 c. creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Using wax paper, line a baking sheet and set aside.
- Melt the butterscotch chips and peanut butter in a large pot over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Take the pot off the heat and add the chow mein noodles and peanuts (optional), quickly stirring to coat.
- Onto the wax paper, drop the mixture by spoonfuls (working quickly). Allow the haystacks to cool until set before serving.
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