Description
These *Haystack Cookies* are a quick no-bake treat that combines crispy chow mein noodles with creamy peanut butter and rich butterscotch chips. Perfect for those looking for easy dessert ideas, quick snacks, or fun food ideas to make with kids, this recipe takes just minutes to prepare and delivers on flavor and crunch. Whether you need a last-minute holiday cookie or something sweet without turning on the oven, these cookies check all the boxes for an easy recipe and delicious result.
Ingredients
12 oz butterscotch chips
0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups crispy chow mein noodles
0.25 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
Pinch sea salt (optional)
Instructions
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and set aside.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butterscotch chips and peanut butter.
3. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time until fully melted and smooth (about 1–1.5 minutes total).
4. Gently fold in chow mein noodles (and optional peanuts), coating evenly without crushing the noodles.
5. Drop spoonfuls onto the lined baking sheet using two spoons or a cookie scoop.
6. Let cookies set at room temperature or chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes.
7. Sprinkle sea salt on top if using.
8. Serve once completely set. Store extras in an airtight container.
Notes
Be sure to melt the chips gently — overheating can cause the mix to seize.
Stir the noodles carefully to avoid crushing them and losing that signature crunch.
These cookies freeze well — store in a sealed container and thaw when needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy dessert, haystack cookies, no bake, holiday cookies, sweet snack