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Peanut Butter Haystacks

This haystack recipe uses peanut butter, butterscotch chips, noodles, and peanuts to make this sweet and salty candy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 1512.5 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Tray
  • 1 Double Boiler Or a heatproof bowl over a saucepan
  • 1 Rubber Spatula
  • 1 Fork

Ingredients
  

Main

  • waxed paper
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • ½ cup peanut butter
  • 2 cups chow mein noodles
  • ½ cup salted peanuts

Instructions
 

  • Line a baking tray with waxed paper. Allrecipes/Madhumita Sathishkumar
  • Place butterscotch chips and peanut butter in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until melted, about 5 minutes. Allrecipes/Madhumita Sathishkumar
  • Stir noodles and peanuts into melted peanut butter mixture. Allrecipes/Madhumita Sathishkumar
  • Drop dough by forkfuls onto the prepared tray. Allow to cool at room temperature until set. Allrecipes/Madhumita Sathishkumar

Notes

For optimal results, ensure the double boiler maintains a gentle simmer to prevent scorching the butterscotch chips; slow melting ensures a smooth, uniform mixture. Alternatively, a microwave can be used on low power, stirring frequently every 30 seconds. For an elevated flavor, consider adding a pinch of flaky sea salt to the mixture before combining with noodles and peanuts, which beautifully contrasts the sweetness. Ensure the haystacks are fully cooled and set before serving to maintain their structure. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for best freshness.