Best 8 Chocolate Chunky Haystacks Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our delectable Chocolate Chunky Haystacks! These bite-sized treats are a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a crisp and chewy oatmeal cookie base generously coated in rich chocolate and studded with crunchy peanuts. Their compact size makes them perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying as a sweet snack.

Dive into the world of Chocolate Chunky Haystacks with our three irresistible variations:

1. **Classic Chocolate Chunky Haystacks:** Experience the timeless taste of the original. This classic recipe embodies the perfect balance between the chewy oatmeal cookie base, luscious chocolate coating, and the addictive crunch of peanuts.

2. **Salted Caramel Chocolate Chunky Haystacks:** Embark on a taste adventure with this delightful twist on a classic. Salted caramel sauce adds a layer of sweet and savory complexity, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

3. **Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunky Haystacks:** Peanut butter lovers, rejoice! This variation combines the classic flavors of chocolate and peanuts with the irresistible creaminess of peanut butter. Prepare to be captivated by the ultimate peanut butter and chocolate experience.

Get ready to whip up a batch of these Chocolate Chunky Haystacks and savor the delightful combination of textures and flavors. Whether you prefer the classic, salted caramel, or peanut butter variation, these treats are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on this chocolatey adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE "CHUNKY" HAYSTACKS



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I came up with this version incorporating some of my favorite ingredients! Tastes even better than Chunky Candybars! I HAVE to give a lot of these away at Christmastime, otherwise I could eat them ALL. :/ A fantastic, quick and easy addition to your holiday cookie tray. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Photo by me. In my pic,...

Provided by Kelly Williams

Categories     Chocolate

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
6 oz. butterscotch chips
1 3/4 cups shoestring potato chips
1 cup salted cashews or salted peanuts if preferred
1 cup (packed) raisins
tiny colorful candy sprinkles for the holidays if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Nuke chips til melted, stirring once through. Stir in rest of ingredients, and drop onto waxed paper-lined cookie sheet by tablespoons, mounding a bit to form little "haystacks". Chill til set. While chocolate is still wet, you can sprinkle them as you go along with small candy sprinkles if desired to add color and fun for a holiday.

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.

WHITE CHOCOLATE HAYSTACKS



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This festive spin on a classic no-bake treat is a special addition to your holiday cookie tray. Chow mein noodles and salted peanuts are tossed with melted white chips, marshmallows and a surprise ingredient--vanilla frosting--and finished with holiday sprinkles. This recipe makes a large batch, perfect for holiday get-togethers.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups chow mein noodles
1 cup cocktail peanuts
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 bag (10 oz) miniature marshmallows
1 cup white vanilla baking chips
1/2 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting (from 16-oz container)
2 teaspoons Betty Crocker™ Decorating Decors Jingle Mix nonpareils

Steps:

  • Line cookie sheets with waxed paper or cooking parchment paper. Spray with cooking spray. Spray large bowl with cooking spray; mix noodles and peanuts in bowl.
  • Spray medium microwavable bowl with cooking spray; add butter and marshmallows. Microwave uncovered on High 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes or until smooth, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in white vanilla baking chips and frosting. Continue to microwave uncovered on High 30 seconds; stir until well blended.
  • Pour hot marshmallow mixture over noodles and peanuts; stir until well coated. To form each cookie, drop mixture by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Immediately top with sprinkles. Repeat with remaining noodle mixture and sprinkles. If mixture is hard to scoop, reheat in microwave uncovered on High 15 to 30 seconds.
  • Cool completely, at least 1 hour. Store in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

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.

EASY CHOCOLATE HAYSTACKS



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This is a quick and easy chocolate-fix that the kids and adults will love. It's easy to play around with the ingredients to suit. My family has been making it for years and it's still a fave! Ingredients can be switched up with great results. It's also great with white chocolate and cranberries or crushed peppermints. You can use any nuts in place of the almonds.

Provided by NYNABOO

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Chocolate Candy Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups rolled oats
1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup chopped almonds
1 cup white sugar
½ cup milk
½ cup butter
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Stir oats, chocolate chips, coconut, and almonds together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, milk, butter, and salt together in a saucepan; bring mixture to a boil, add vanilla, and remove from heat. Pour milk mixture over chocolate chips mixture; stir until well-combined. Drop spoonfuls of chocolate mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator until haystacks are set, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 60.2 mg, Sugar 26.6 g

CHOCOLATE HAYSTACKS



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These are a simple haystack, quick and easy to make. I Use Canola, Safflour or Vegetable oil in this recipe depending what I have in the house. Use Peanut butter chips instead of butterscotch if desired

Provided by Phoenix 0880

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 40 cookies, 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 1/2 cups chow mein noodles
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup butterscotch chips
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Using a double boiler melt chips with oil over low heat until just melted and combined.
  • Mix in noodles and nuts until coated. Drop by large spoonfuls onto wax paper.
  • Allow to set until hardened.

CHOCOLATE HAYSTACKS



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These candies are great for parties and snacks-they're always a hit when I serve them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup (6 ounces) milk chocolate chips
1 cup (6 ounces) butterscotch chips
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 cup chopped pecans, optional
2 cans (1-1/2 ounces each) potato sticks

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate and butterscotch chips and peanut butter in the microwave or in a double boiler. Stir in pecans, if desired, and potato sticks. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Refrigerate until firm.

Nutrition Facts :

NO BAKE CHOCOLATE HAYSTACK COOKIES



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So good and easy to make! My siblings and I made huge batches of these cookies Sunday afternoons, and they were usually gone by Tuesday! The time for boiling the mixture is listed at 5 minutes, but if you cook it a little less, the cookies are chewier.

Provided by Shawnee TX

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 15m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup cocoa
1 dash salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, milk, butter, cocoa (I tend to go a little heavy on the cocoa) and salt.
  • Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
  • When it has reached a rolling boil, cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove pan from heat and mix in vanilla, oats and coconut.
  • Drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper.
  • Work quickly!
  • Let cool.
  • Alternate/optional additions, add any one with coconut: 1/2-3/4 cup mini marshmallows or 1/2 cup walnuts.

Tips:

  • To ensure the chocolate melts evenly and smoothly, use high-quality chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate.
  • For a richer flavor, opt for semisweet or bittersweet chocolate.
  • If you prefer a sweeter haystack, use milk chocolate or add a touch of sugar to the melted chocolate.
  • For a more visually appealing haystack, use a variety of nuts, such as chopped peanuts, almonds, or pecans.
  • For a festive touch, add some colorful sprinkles or mini chocolate chips to the melted chocolate before pouring it over the haystacks.
  • Store the haystacks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Conclusion:

Chocolate chunky haystacks are a delightful and versatile treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their combination of rich chocolate, crunchy nuts, and chewy oats, these haystacks are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a special dessert to share with friends, these haystacks are the perfect choice. So next time you have a craving for something sweet, give this recipe a try and enjoy the deliciousness of chocolate chunky haystacks!

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