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Easy No-Bake Chocolate and Butterscotch Haystack Cookies

A small pile of glossy, chocolate-coated haystack cookies resting on a white plate.
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Make these crunchy, sweet haystack cookies in minutes. This no-bake recipe uses chow mein noodles coated in melted chocolate and butterscotch chips for a fast, fuss-free dessert perfect for holiday trays or last-minute needs.

Ingredients

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  • 10 ounces chow mein noodles (about 6 cups)
  • 2 cups butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup chopped peanuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large, microwave-safe bowl, combine the butterscotch chips, chocolate chips, and peanut butter.
  3. Microwave on medium power for 30 seconds. Stir the mixture well. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth. This usually takes 1 to 2 minutes total.
  4. Add the chow mein noodles and optional chopped peanuts to the melted mixture. Gently fold everything together until the noodles are evenly coated.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Shape them loosely into small mounds or ‘haystacks.’
  6. Allow the cookies to set completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place them in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to speed up the process.
  7. Serve these crunchy no bake treats or store them in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a variation, substitute half of the chow mein noodles with pretzel pieces for a sweet and salty cookie.
  • If you prefer a stronger chocolate flavor, use 1.5 cups of chocolate chips and 1.5 cups of butterscotch chips.
  • This recipe is a quick cookie recipe that requires no oven required desserts preparation.

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