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Butterscotch Peanut Butter Haystacks

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups butterscotch chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups chow meain noodles
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts optional
  • pinch of salt optional

Method
 

  1. Melt the butterscotch chips and peanut butter
  2. Add the chow mein noodles and peanuts (if using) into a large bowl. 
  3. Pour the melted mixture over the top and gently fold everything
  4. Use a spoon or small cookie scoop to drop the mixture into little mounds.
  5. Let them cool and set at room temperature for 1–2 hours or pop them in the fridge for about 30 minutes if you’re in a hurry.

Notes

Once you try the classic version, it’s fun to experiment. Here are a few other ways to make haystacks:
  • Chocolate Haystacks: Swap butterscotch chips for chocolate chips (semi-sweet, dark, or white).
  • White Chocolate Peppermint: Use white chocolate chips and add crushed peppermint candies — great for holidays.
  • Nut-Free: Skip peanuts and use sunflower seed butter or tahini instead of peanut butter.
  • Tropical: Use white chocolate, mix in coconut flakes and chopped dried pineapple.
  • Spicy-Sweet: Add a pinch of cayenne to the melted mixture for a little kick.
  • M&M Crunch: Add mini M&Ms or colored sprinkles for a fun, kid-friendly twist.