Best 9 Go Lumps Chinese Noodle Candy Recipes

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Go Lumps, also known as Chinese Noodle Candy, are a traditional Chinese sweet treat that has captivated taste buds for generations. Originating in Fujian province, this crispy and chewy candy is made from simple ingredients: glutinous rice flour, sugar, water, and lye water. The unique texture and flavor come from the lye water, which gives Go Lumps their characteristic golden brown color and slight chewiness. Served in small bite-sized pieces, they are often enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or as part of a celebration. With a delicate balance of sweetness and a hint of lye, Go Lumps offer a delightful crunch followed by a soft and chewy interior, leaving an unforgettable taste. In this article, we present three variations of Go Lumps recipes: the Classic Go Lumps, which stays true to the traditional recipe, the Chocolate Go Lumps, which adds a rich chocolate flavor, and the Matcha Go Lumps, which incorporates the vibrant taste of matcha green tea. Each recipe is detailed with step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and beautiful images to guide you through the process. Let's embark on a culinary journey and explore the delectable world of Go Lumps, the beloved Chinese noodle candy.

Here are our top 9 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

GO LUMPS (CHINESE NOODLE) CANDY



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This is a recipe when butterscotch chips first came out that I have modified over the years. My kids loved them and now my grandkids want me to make them all the time IF their parents will let me.

Provided by Cat Sullivan

Categories     Candies

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

5-7 oz chinese noodles
1 c peanut butter
6 oz marshmellows
1 bag(s) butterscotch chips
1/4 C c butter

Steps:

  • 1. Set aside noodles. A can of chinese noodles is 5 oz, a bag is about 12 oz. Use one can or 1/2 bag
  • 2. In a mixing bowl, microwave together the marshmallows, peanut butter, /14 C butter for 1 or 2 minutes increments on high heat. Stir together until almost smooth. I just repeatedly spray a spoon with oil in order to mix and drop the cookies
  • 3. With a greased spoon, mix in the noodles with microwaved cookies. Then drop on wax paper with greased spoon. Edible immediately, but they harden into a fudgy, crunchy candy in about 20 minutes.

GUMDROP COOKIES



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These fun cookies are chock-full of chewy gumdrops. I use red and green ones at Christmas, black and orange for Halloween and pastel shades for Easter. I've made this recipe for years and find that kids really get a kick out of the cookies with a candy surprise inside! -Carolyn Stromberg, Wever, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup shortening
1 cup sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fruit-flavored or spiced gumdrops
2 large egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream shortening and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in almond extract. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in gumdrops. , In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold into dough., Drop by level tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

QUICK & EASY GUMDROPS



Quick & Easy Gumdrops image

These homemade candies are softer than store-bought. They've got that classic, fun appeal that people really love. -Leah Rekau, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 64 pieces (1 pound).

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup plus 3/4 cup water, divided
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon raspberry extract
Red food coloring
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup water; let stand 5 minutes. In a small saucepan, bring sugar and remaining water to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add gelatin; reduce heat. Simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in extract and food coloring as desired., Pour into a greased 8-in. square pan. Refrigerate, covered, 3 hours or until firm., Loosen edges of candy from pan with a knife; turn onto a sugared work surface. Cut into 1-in squares; roll in sugar. Let stand, uncovered, at room temperature until all sides are dry, turning every hour, 3-4 hours. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CHINESE NOODLE CANDY



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this is quick and easy, great for the holiday's

Provided by Linda Eastin

Categories     Candies

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pkg butterscotch chips
1 can(s) chinese noodles
1 c salted peanuts

Steps:

  • 1. Melt both packages of Butterscotch chips in a microwave prove bowl 50 percent heat for 30 seconds at a time till melted completely. Careful not to burn, add noodles & peanuts and stir till well blended. On cookie sheet lined with wax paper drop teaspoons full on cookie sheet, let cool till candy has set up. If it starts to harden just place bowl in microwave to soften and continue.
  • 2. Any nuts will work, but I like the salt peanuts for the salty sweet taste. Spanish peanuts have the red skins I don't use them cause of that. But if you don't mind that there good to.

CHINESE NOODLE CANDY



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Quick and tasty snack.

Provided by Priscilla Smith

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 12 oz. bag milk chocolate chips
1 12 oz. bag butterscotch chips
1 can(s) chinese noodles (large can)
1 can(s) spanish peanuts (small can)

Steps:

  • 1. Melt the butterscotch chips and chocolate chips in a large double boiler. Stir constantly until melted. Remove from heat when melted. Add chinese noodles and peanuts. Drop onto wax paper and cool in refrigerator.

CHINESE NOODLE NUT CLUSTERS



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Provided by Lora Brody

Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Quick & Easy     Peanut     Noodle

Yield Makes about 30 clusters

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups (10 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons (1 ounce) unsalted butter
2 cups (about 4 ounces) Chinese chow-mein noodles, broken into 1/2-inch to 1-inch pieces (vary the sizes)
1 1/4 cups (5 ounces) dry-roasted salted peanuts, shaken in a sieve to remove excess salt

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with wax paper, parchment paper, or aluminum foil. Set aside.
  • Melt the chocolate chips and butter together in a metal bowl set over, but not touching, a pan of simmering water, or in a microwave-safe bowl in a microwave oven. Stir the mixture until it is smooth. In a large mixing bowl, toss the noodles and peanuts together. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over them. Working quickly before the chocolate hardens, use a rubber spatula to mix and coat the noodles and nuts with chocolate.
  • Use 2 soup spoons (or teaspoons, depending on how large you want your clusters) to scoop up portions of the mixture. Set the clusters on the prepared sheet. Set the baking sheet in a cool place (not in the refrigerator) until the chocolate hardens.
  • The clusters can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.

NOODLE CANDY



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This recipe comes from Melting Pot Potluck. It was put together to announce the arrival of a new pastor and his wife. Origin: USA.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Candy

Time 20m

Yield 1 batch, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (6 ounce) package butterscotch chips
1 (6 ounce) package chocolate chips
1 (16 ounce) package chow mein noodles
chopped nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butterscotch chips and chocolate chips in double boiler. Lightly toss in 1 large can (not sure of weight) chinese noodles and mix to coat. Drop by teaspoonful on waxed paper. Chill; then peel off paper. Nuts may be added, if desired.

HOMEMADE GUMDROPS



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Your friends and family will remember these chewy, fruity candies long after they've licked the last bit of sugar off their fingers! They're a great gift any time of year. -Christin Holt, Kingsburg, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield About 1-3/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2-1/2 cups sugar, divided
1-1/3 cups applesauce
2 packages (3 ounces each) red or green gelatin
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups sugar, applesauce, red or green gelatin, unflavored gelatin and lemon juice; let stand for 1 minute. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute. Immediately pour into a cold 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate for 3 hours or until firm., With a spatula, loosen gelatin from sides of pan. To remove, invert onto waxed paper. Using kitchen scissors or small sharp cookie cutters dipped on hot water, cut into 1-in. squares or shapes. , Place on waxed paper. Dry at room temperature for about 8 hours or until slightly sticky. Roll in remaining sugar. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or wok to prevent the sugar from burning.
  • Stir the sugar constantly to prevent it from crystallizing.
  • Add the noodles in small batches to prevent them from sticking together.
  • Fry the noodles until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Coat the noodles in the sugar syrup immediately after frying to prevent them from becoming hard.
  • Store the noodle candy in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Conclusion:

Go Lumps Chinese Noodle Candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy texture and sweet flavor, it is sure to be a hit with people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a fun and unique snack, give Go Lumps Chinese Noodle Candy a try!

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