Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Haystacks
Crunchy, sweet, and oh-so-simple—these no-bake treats are a classic favorite! Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, they’re made with creamy peanut butter and rich butterscotch chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking required)
- Total Time: 10 minutes + setting time
- Yield: 12-16 servings (depending on size of haystacks) 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake, Simple, Quick
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 11 oz butterscotch chips
- 4 cups chow mein noodles
- 1 cup roasted peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Melt: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and butterscotch chips. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and creamy.
- Mix: Gently fold in the chow mein noodles (and peanuts, if using) until evenly coated.
- Drop: Scoop spoonfuls onto a sheet of wax paper. Let them cool and set completely.
Notes
- For a fun twist, you can add mini chocolate chips or sprinkle sea salt on top before they set.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
- If you prefer a crunchier texture, use unsalted roasted peanuts instead of regular peanuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 haystack (approx. 1/12th of recipe)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg