Best 16 Chocolate Haystacks Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful chocolatey treat with our irresistible Chocolate Haystacks! These bite-sized confections are a perfect blend of crunchy chow mein noodles, rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a hint of sweetness. Our easy-to-follow recipes offer two variations: a classic version and a gluten-free option using rice noodles. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be whipping up these chocolatey wonders in no time. Get ready to impress your loved ones or satisfy your sweet cravings with these delectable Chocolate Haystacks – a perfect addition to any dessert table or a delightful snack to enjoy anytime.

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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 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.

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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 PEANUT BUTTER NO-BAKE HAYSTACKS



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I've had this recipe for years, but I don't remember where I got it. But its quick, chocolatey and best of all NO-BAKE!

Provided by Kim Brooks

Categories     Chocolate

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 c semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 c peanut butter, crunchy
4 c chow mein noodles, [pre-cooked hard ones]

Steps:

  • 1. Measure noodles into large mixing bowl and set aside In 4 qt dish, microwave at 50% power melt chips & peanut butter [3-5] minutes
  • 2. Stir and add to chow mein noodles. Drop onto wax paper and put in refrigerator for a fast set or you can leave on the counter until set.
  • 3. For a yummy almond joy flavor you can substitute the peanut butter for almond butter and add 1/2 cup of shredded coconut. You can also use any flavor of chips instead of semi-sweet chips...Butterscotch, mint, white chocolate, peanut butter etc

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER HAYSTACKS



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"No one can resist the combination of chocolate and peanut butter in these sweet snacks! They really cure any urge for crunchy foods, too," confirms Laurie Mounce from Houston, Texas. "Plus, they offer fiber and protein."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 milk chocolate candy bar (1.55 ounces), broken into pieces
1/4 cup reduced-fat peanut butter
1 cup Fiber One bran cereal

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the candy bar and peanut butter. Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at 50% power 10-15 seconds longer or until candy is melted; stir until smooth. Stir in cereal until evenly coated. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let stand until set, about 20 minutes.

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CHOCOLATE MATZO FARFEL HAYSTACKS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 dozen haystacks

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups matzo farfel
5 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate
1/4 cup toasted, shredded sweetened coconut
1/2 cup unsalted, roasted, peanuts coarsely chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries, cherries or apricots, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a 350-degree oven, toast the matzo farfel for 5 minutes to crisp up. In a completely dry bowl or double boiler set over barely simmering water, melt the chocolate. Mix in the farfel, coconut, peanuts and dried fruit. Form 1-inch haystacks of the mixture on a parchment lined cookie sheet and refrigerate for 1/2 hour to set. Serve chilled.

DIFFERENT CHOCOLATE HAYSTACKS



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I went through all the haystack recipes on zaar and did not see these. They are a little different as they don't use the chow mein noodles. They are easy and too good to leave off. I want to try these with dry roasted peanuts and maybe butter instead of the peanut butter just for a change,there is something about the sweet and salty that makes you keep eating them. This too came out of my Texas cookbook. I don't remember how many these make so I took a wild guess.

Provided by nesbitt929

Categories     Candy

Time 25m

Yield 20 stacks

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (6 ounce) package chocolate chips
1 (6 ounce) package butterscotch chips
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 cup pecans, chopped
2 (1 1/2 ounce) cans potato sticks

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and peanut butter in saucepan.
  • Stir in pecans and potato sticks.
  • Drop from a teaspoon onto waxed paper.
  • Let cool.
  • Store in covered container.

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.

DARK CHOCOLATE FIBER ONE HAYSTACKS



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This was originally a weight watcher recipe but theirs included peanut butter and regular chocolate chips. Using the 60% cacao makes them feel a bit healthier as well as taste better!

Provided by jackie tallman

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 2

10 oz dk chocolate (i use ghirardelli 60% cacao
1 bag(s) fiber one cereal (2 bags/16.2 oz box)

Steps:

  • 1. Melt chocolate according to package directions. Microwave works great!
  • 2. Once it is smooth and shiny, stir in cereal
  • 3. Drop onto wax paper lined tray Note: be sure it fits in the refrigerator!
  • 4. Place in refrigerator until set. Can be stored in fridge but is not necessary once set.

CHOCOLATE HAYSTACKS



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I have been making these for many years. They are so easy yet are some of the most requested treats during the holidays. I make these chocolate haystacks with chocolate chips and peanuts and I make vanilla haystacks with vanilla almond bark and cashews. I usually combine some of each in a nice gift box for special occasions.

Provided by Jeanne Benavidez

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 oz chocolate chips
1/2 bag chow mein noodles
1 c party peanuts

Steps:

  • 1. Melt the chocolate chips in a microwavable bowl. Heat at 30 second intervals until melted and smooth.
  • 2. Add the chow mien noodles stirring gently to keep from breaking the noodles.
  • 3. Add the peanuts and stir gently to combine.
  • 4. Drop a tablespoon of the mixture onto a cookie sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper.
  • 5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
  • 6. OPTION: To make Vanilla Haystacks, replace the milk chocolate with vanilla chips or almond bark and replace the peanuts with cashews or your favorite nut.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER HAYSTACKS



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Categories     Candy     Chocolate     No-Cook     Kid-Friendly

Yield 36 clusters

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 cups pretzel sticks
2 cups mini marshmallows
1/2 cup salted peanuts
or
1/4 cup peanut butter (chunky or smooth)

Steps:

  • MICROWAVE chocolate chips in medium microwavable bowl on HIGH 2 to 3 minutes or until almost melted, stirring after 1-1/2 minutes. Stir until completely melted. (Stir in PB if using) ADD remaining ingredients; stir until evenly coated. DROP teaspoonfuls of the chocolate mixture onto wax paper or silicone sheet. Form into pyramids. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm.

WHITE CHOCOLATE HAYSTACKS



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Make and share this White Chocolate Haystacks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kmdipaolo

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup Fiber One cereal
1/2 cup craisins, any flavor
7 tablespoons white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate, mix craisins and cereal with chocolate.
  • Spoon by tablespoons onto waxed paper.
  • Put in refrigerator until cool.
  • Store in an airtight container.

WHITE CHOCOLATE PEANUT HOLIDAY HAYSTACKS



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These white chocolate peanut holiday Haystack Cookies are so beautiful, easy, delicious and they freeze well. They can be prepared in less than ten minutes!

Provided by Beth Pierce

Categories     Cookies

Time 8m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 c white chocolate chips (i use ghirardelli)
1 c salted peanuts
4 c chow mein noodles
christmas sprinkles

Steps:

  • 1. Melt chocolate in large microwavable bowl according to bag instructions. Add peanuts and chow mein noodles. Drop by rounded spoonfuls on to wax paper. Shake on sprinkles and allow to cool for several hours before removing from the wax paper.

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.

CHOCOLATE HAYSTACKS



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Categories     Candy     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 squares of semi-sweet baking chocolate
2 cup chow mein noodles
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, cook chocolate and butterscotch chips on high for two min. or until chocolate is almost melted, stirring halfway through heating time. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Stir in noodles, peanuts, and marshmalllows until completely covered with chocolate mixture. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto wax paper-lined tray. Refrigerate one hour or until firm. Store in airtight container in refrigerator. Haystacks may be decorated with minature candy-coated semisweet chocolate candies for baking to create eyes or designs.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chocolate. For the best flavor, use a high-quality semisweet or bittersweet chocolate.
  • Toast the coconut. Toasting the coconut brings out its natural flavor and makes it more fragrant.
  • Use fresh butter. Fresh butter will give your haystacks a richer flavor than margarine or butter substitutes.
  • Don't overcook the haystacks. The centers should be soft and chewy, not hard and brittle.
  • Let the haystacks cool completely before dipping them in chocolate. This will help the chocolate to set properly.
  • Be creative with your toppings. You can use chopped nuts, sprinkles, or even crushed candy canes to decorate your haystacks.

Conclusion:

Chocolate haystacks are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with just a few simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them plain or topped with your favorite nuts or candy, chocolate haystacks are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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