Description
Craving a no-bake treat that brings together everything you love — peanut butter, chocolate, and a satisfying crunch? These *Chocolate Peanut Butter Haystacks* are your new go-to! Made with crispy chow mein noodles and a silky peanut butter base, each haystack is crowned with glossy chocolate and a sprinkle of sparkle. Whether you’re looking for quick dessert ideas, easy snack recipes, or fun no-bake food ideas for the holidays, this recipe delivers every single time.
Ingredients
2 cups crispy chow mein noodles
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional: 2 tablespoons coarse sugar or sprinkles for topping
Instructions
1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the peanut butter and butter together, stirring until smooth.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until well combined.
5. Add chow mein noodles and gently stir until fully coated.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the lined baking sheet, shaping into mounds.
7. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
8. Dip or drizzle chocolate over each haystack.
9. Add toppings like coarse sugar or sprinkles, if using.
10. Let them set at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a cookie scoop for evenly shaped haystacks.
Natural peanut butter can be used, but make sure it’s fully stirred to avoid oil separation.
These freeze well! Store for up to 3 months for make-ahead dessert convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 haystack
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: no bake, easy dessert, chocolate peanut butter, holiday treats, snack ideas