Butterscotch Haystacks
You need just 4 ingredients and 15 minutes to make these sweet and salty butterscotch haystacks!
Ingredients
- 2 cups chow mein noodles
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare a sheet pan or large platter by lining it with parchment paper.
- Add the chow mein noodles to a large bowl. Stir in the chopped peanuts.
- Add the peanut butter and butterscotch chips to a medium microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second sessions until melted. Stir well with a silicone spatula until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the butterscotch and peanut butter mixture over the chow mein noodles and chopped peanuts. Use a silicone spatula to fold the mixture together. Stir until all of the chow mein noodles are coated with the peanut butter and butterscotch mixture.
- Drop tablespoons of the chow mein mixture onto the lined baking sheet. Repeat until all of the mixture has been used up. You should have between 18-24 mounds.
- Place these in the fridge to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Remove just before serving.
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Notes
Storage:
I do not recommend storing these cookies at room temperature. The cool temperature keeps the cookies together, but room temperature may cause them to fall apart or become overly sticky. Keep these cookies in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
Freezing:
These cookies also freeze well, which is great if you'd like to prep them ahead for Christmas or another event. Freeze them after cooling completely, and consume within 1 month of freezing.
Alternatives:
If your family does not like butterscotch, you can substitute them for your favorite chocolate chip. Chocolate, peanut butter, salted caramel, and white chocolate are all great options.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 99mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g