Best 7 Chow Mein Noodle Haystacks Recipes

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Chow mein noodle haystacks offer a unique and tasty culinary experience, combining the crispy texture of chow mein noodles with a variety of delicious fillings. This versatile dish can be customized to suit your preferences, allowing you to create a flavor-packed meal that tantalizes your taste buds. Whether you prefer a traditional Chinese-inspired dish or something with a modern twist, there's a chow mein noodle haystack recipe out there to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HAYSTACKS CANDY



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Haystacks -- chow mein candy -- are always a hit. They are simple to make, with only four ingredients, and the candy is crunchy and delicious!

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Cookies & Candy     Candy

Time 8m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup butterscotch chips
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (or chunky peanut butter)
1/2 cup peanuts
2 cups chow mein noodles (crumbled slightly, if desired)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Lay a sheet of waxed paper or parchment paper on the countertop.
  • Put the butterscotch chips in a medium microwave-safe bowl or container. Microwave at 50% power for about 3 to 5 minutes, or just until the butterscotch chips are melted.
  • In a large bowl, mix the peanut butter, peanuts, melted butterscotch chips, and chow mein noodles, stirring gently to coat the noodles thoroughly.
  • Drop teaspoons of the mixture onto the parchment paper. Let them stand at room temperature until set.
  • Transfer candies to a container, separated by sheets of waxed paper.
  • Cover and store in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 199 mg, Sugar 11 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize 12 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

HOLIDAY HAYSTACKS



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Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup milk chocolate chips
3 cups chow mein noodles
1/2 cup roughly chopped almonds
1/2 cup shelled pistachios
2 tablespoons assorted holiday sprinkles

Steps:

  • Heat 2 inches of water in a pot to a simmer. Add the semisweet and milk chocolate to a bowl and place over the pot of simmering water. Allow to melt, stirring occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the noodles, almonds and pistachios to a large bowl and set aside.
  • When the chocolate has melted completely, pour over the noodle and nut mixture. Mix until everything is well coated in the melted chocolate.
  • Using 2 spoons, drop tablespoon mounds onto 2 parchment-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle the holiday sprinkles over the top. Allow to dry completely before storing, about 1 hour.

CHOW MEIN-NOODLE HAYSTACKS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ounces spaghetti, or 5 ounces packaged fried chow mein noodles
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus oil for frying
5 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes, toasted
1/2 cup unsalted roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1 recipe chow mein-noodle haystacks
3/4 cup marshmallows, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 ounces spaghetti, or 5 ounces packaged fried chow mein noodles
5 ounces white chocolate
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes, toasted
1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Chow Mein-Noodle Haystacks: In a large pot of boiling water, cook the spaghetti until tender. Drain well, then toss with 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking. In a skillet or electric fryer, heat 1-inch of oil to 365 degrees. Working in batches of 3 or 4 tangled strands, fry the spaghetti until golden brown. Let the spaghetti intertwine to form interesting shapes. Drain on paper towels. Break the spaghetti or chow mein noodles into pieces no larger than 1-inch long. In a completely dry bowl or in the top of a double boiler set over barely simmering water, melt the chocolate. Mix in the noodles, coconut, and peanuts. Drop walnut size haystacks of the mixture on a cookie sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set. Serve chilled.
  • Rocky Road Haystacks: Stir in chopped marshmallows to the chow mein-noodle haystack recipe.
  • White-Chocolate Chow Mein-Noodle Haystacks: Substitute white chocolate for the semisweet chocolate and chopped pecans for the peanuts in the original chow mein-noodle haystacks recipe.

PEANUT BUTTER HAYSTACKS



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Delicious is all I can say.

Provided by Carole Zee

Categories     Pasta and Noodles     Noodle Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

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

Steps:

  • Melt butterscotch chips and peanut butter on top of a double boiler, or in a microwave. Blend together.
  • Stir peanuts and noodles gently into the melted peanut butter mixture.
  • Drop dough by forkfuls onto waxed paper. Cool until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 146.9 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

BUTTERSCOTCH HAYSTACKS



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The fact that they are both delicious and extremely easy makes them a big winner in my book! Hope you like them, too! These would be a wonderful addition to a christmas cookie tray, or for fall school parties (if there are no peanut allergies in the class).

Provided by Loves2Teach

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 5m

Yield 20 haystacks

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 ounces butterscotch chips
3 tablespoons peanut butter
5 ounces chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Melt chips and peanut butter in microwave (about 2 minutes in mine, stir halfway through).
  • Stir in chow mein noodles and drop onto wax paper (a heaping tablespoon per haystack).
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.7, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 4.7, Sodium 57.6, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 11.7, Protein 1.6

BETTY'S HAYSTACKS RECIPE BY TASTY



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My grandmother, Betty, used to make me these no-bake cookies every Christmas. They're the perfect combination of salty and sweet and they couldn't be easier to make. They require no baking time-the hardest part is waiting for them to set so you can dig in!

Provided by Kelly Paige

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butterscotch chips
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
1 ½ teaspoons coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups dried chow mein noodles
½ cup peanuts, roasted, salted
⅓ cup thin pretzel sticks, roughly chopped
1 cup dark chocolate chip
1 tablespoon coconut oil

Steps:

  • Line a large baking dish with parchment or wax paper.
  • Add the butterscotch chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 60 seconds, or until the chips are melted, stirring halfway through. Whisk until completely smooth.
  • Add the chow mein noodles, peanuts, and pretzel sticks. Stir until evenly coated.
  • Use 2 spoons to drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture on the prepared baking sheet. Place in the refrigerator and allow to harden for at least 1 hour.
  • Make the chocolate coating, if using: Add the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil to a medium bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 30-45 seconds, or until the chips are melted, stirring halfway through. Whisk until completely smooth.
  • Dip the bottom of each haystack in the melted chocolate, letting any excess drip off. Return to the baking sheet, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes more, until the chocolate hardens.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 7 grams

CHOCOLATE BUTTERSCOTCH HAYSTACKS



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My grandmother made these haystack cookies and gave them to my cousin Vonnie and me when our parents didn't want us to have any more sweets. -Christine Schwester, Divide, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 package (10 to 11 ounces) butterscotch chips
4 cups crispy chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In a microwave or large metal bowl over simmering water, melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips; stir until smooth. Gently stir in noodles., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate 10-15 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add extra vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas.
  • If you don't have chow mein noodles, you can use ramen noodles or spaghetti noodles.
  • Feel free to get creative with your toppings. Some other great options include shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, or a dollop of sour cream.
  • If you want a crispy haystack, fry the noodles in a pan with some oil before assembling them.
  • These haystacks can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Conclusion:

Chow Mein Noodle Haystacks are a fun and easy way to enjoy your favorite Chinese takeout at home. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun party appetizer. With a few simple ingredients and a little creativity, you can create a delicious and unique dish that everyone will love. So next time you're craving Chinese food, give Chow Mein Noodle Haystacks a try!

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