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Classic No-Bake Haystack Cookies with Butterscotch and Chow Mein Noodles

A plate of gooey, peanut butter-coated haystack cookies made with chow mein noodles.

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Make these simple, crunchy, no-bake haystack cookies using chow mein noodles, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter. This recipe is fast, requires no oven, and is perfect for quick desserts or holiday cookie exchanges.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 6 cups chow mein noodles

Instructions

  1. Line two 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 well. Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is completely smooth.
  4. Pour the chow mein noodles into the melted mixture. Stir gently until the noodles are fully coated.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, forming small clusters.
  6. Let the cookies set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place them in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to set faster.
  7. Store the finished cookies in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a variation, substitute half the chocolate chips with peanut butter chips for a stronger peanut butter flavor.
  • If you prefer a chocolate-only version, omit the butterscotch chips and use 2 cups of chocolate chips instead.
  • These cookies are best stored in a cool place, as the chocolate coating can soften in warm temperatures.

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