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Butterscotch Haystacks

Updated Oct 18, 2021Published Apr 5, 2017 By Julia 25 CommentsThis post may contain affiliate links.

Summary:
Only three ingredients are needed to make this super fast and easy treat that is perfect for gift-giving. This no-bake recipe can be made by anyone, including kids. No precision needed.
close up view of butterscotch haystacks

Butterscotch Haystacks

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Prep: 20 minutes mins
Chill: 30 minutes mins
Yield: 36 servings

INGREDIENTS

  • 11-ounce package butterscotch chips (Note 1)
  • 6-ounce package chow mein noodles (Note 2)
  • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (Note 3)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Coat Noodles: Combine chow mein noodles and peanuts in large bowl, mixing them together. Melt butterscotch chips in separate bowl in microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between bursts, until melted. Use rubber spatula to scoop melted butterscotch over noodles and peanuts. Mix until noodles are coated.
  • Form Haystacks: Use tablespoon measure to scoop out noodles onto wax paper, forming single haystack. Repeat until noodles are used up.
  • Chill & Serve: Refrigerate until haystacks are hardened, about 30 minutes. Serve, and store leftovers (Note 4).

NUTRITION

Makes 36 Servings
Amount Per Serving (1 Haystack):
Calories 80 (50% from fat)  
Total Fat 5g 7%
   Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 60mg 2%
Net Carb 9g  
Total Carb 9.5g 3%
   Dietary Fiber 0.5g 1%
   Sugars 6g  
Protein 1g  
Vitamin A 0% · Vitamin C 0% · Calcium 0% · Iron 2%

PHOTOS

close up view of butterscotch haystacks
ingredients for making butterscotch haystacks
stirring melted butterscotch chips
coating chow mein noodles with melted butterscotch chips
butterscotch haystacks served on slate

NOTES & TIPS

(1) Butterscotch Chips. Equivalent to about 1.75 cups.
(2) Chow Mein Noodles. Equivalent to about 3.5 cups. I use the brand La Choy. Make sure that you buy the right kind of chow mein noodles; they are typically found in the Asian aisle of the supermarket, and are short cooked “noodles” that taste light and crunchy. They’re more akin to a snack item or salad topping than the noodles used in actual chow mein dishes.
(3) Chopped Peanuts. This can be substituted with other chopped nuts such as cashews.
(4) Storage. Once the butterscotch haystacks are set (hardened), store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For longer-term storage, store them in a resealable bag in the freezer.

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Filed Under: Per Serving: More Than 10g Net Carbs, Snacks Tagged With: 1-5ingredients, 31-60min, butterscotch chips, chow mein noodles, nocook, peanuts, vegetarian

About Julia

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Julia is a recipe developer and the founder of Savory Tooth, and lives in Boston, Massachusetts. Since 2015, she has been sharing simple recipes for tasty dishes in a user-friendly format. She typically prefers savory foods over sweet, hence the name of the site. Contact her at julia@savorytooth.null.com.

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Vickie

Instead of Chow Mein noodles, I use French’s Potato Sticks. Love the combo.

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5 years ago
Patty

SAME!!! And for Easter I make nests instead of haystacks and put mini Cadbury egg candy’s!!

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3 months ago
Jamie

Are the peanuts salted? As a kid we just mixed the butterscotch chips and chow mein noodles. They sound delicious with peanuts!

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4 years ago
JMc

My mom always used unsalted of course we had to shuck them! Now buy a jar lol
Also we did not chop the peanuts ….these are delicious.

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4 years ago
Kathy Brown

I have lost my recipe but instead of nuts we used peanut butter but I can’t remember can’t remember how much peanut butter. Any one use peanut butter (rather crunchy or smooth).

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5 years ago
Ginny Olson Drevlow

1/2 c

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3 years ago
Chris

I am looking forward to trying this recipe. hope it turns out to be like the one I enjoyed in the 1950’s

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6 years ago
Nicolette

We add marshmallows and peanut butter in ours. Make them every Christmas.

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3 years ago
Jackie

Ok. I’ve a twist on this. Get a can of cream cheese ICING. 12 oz jar pnut butter. Dump both in bowl. Microwave 2 minutes. Stir. Mix in chow mein noodles. Spoon onto parchment paper

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6 years ago
Lori Martine

How many stacks does it make?? Sounds like a lot.

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5 years ago
Holly

How many does this make and can you freeze these?

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3 years ago
Gina

I always add peanut butter to my butterscotch chips to make it smoother. I have made these for years.

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4 years ago
Mary Ann

How much peanut butter do you add?

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1 year ago
Brittany

Can I freeze these?

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5 years ago
Julia

Absolutely, they freeze very well. You can make these haystacks well in advance, and once they’ve hardened, store them in a freezer bag for about 1 month.

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5 years ago
Emily

Woow this is the wonderful recipe. so delicious to taste

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8 years ago
Patti T.

My father used to make these every year at Christmas time. Yummy and so easy!

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1 year ago
Luanne

Can the La Choy Asian-style crunchy noodles be used instead of strictly chow mein noodles?

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2 years ago
Julia

Yes, those should work!

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2 years ago
Gretchen

These are fabulous! I substituted creamy peanut butter and returned to my teenage years when I discovered this yummy treat.

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4 years ago
Katie

You can gently stir in mini marshmallows at the end for a twist

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4 months ago
Michelle

I used pumpkin spice chips and ancho chile powder, walnuts

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2 years ago
Victoria

How long do these last out at room temp?

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5 years ago
Julia

Once the butterscotch haystacks are set (hardened), you can store them at room temperature in an airtight container, where they should keep for at least a couple of days. If you store them in the refrigerator, they will last much longer.

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5 years ago
Janet

Do they freeze well?

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5 years ago

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