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    Butterscotch Haystacks Candy Treats

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Sep 9, 2016 · Modified: Oct 6, 2016 by Dee

    Butterscotch Haystacks Candy Treats made with chow mein noodles, butterscotch morsels and peanut butter are super easy to make and perfect for fall!

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    Have you ever made chow mein noodle haystacks before? I guess If you think about it, it's kind of an odd combo -- butterscotch, peanut butter and the crispy noodles. But the recipe does work, and they're definitely tasty treats.

    I used to make the  haystacks  when my older kids were small, but it's been a few years. Actually, since these are no-bake treats, I usually made them in the summer. But since it's just about fall, I thought it would be fun to make them again.

    At first, the kids didn't even know what these were. My middle child almost refused to try them because she thought the treats were made with pretzels, which she hates. But after they tasted the haystacks, the kids loved them!

    One of the best things about these no-bake treats is that you can make them in just a few minutes. Just melt some peanut butter and butterscotch chips together, mix in the noodles, and drop tablespoon-sized balls onto a baking sheet lined with wax paper.

     

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    You can make them round, almost like cookies, but if you arrange the mix so that the tops are narrower, you get a bunch of little haystacks. I thought it would be fun to add some candy pumpkin to the mix, so I pressed a pumpkin onto each stack.

    Then, I put the tray into the fridge to cool off.

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    I wasn't sure if the pumpkins would stick, but they did. And after a few minutes, the little mini haystack treats were firm enough to eat! 

    By themselves, the treats aren't that sweet, even though they contain the butterscotch chips. I think the peanut butter evens things out. So, the candy pumpkins add a touch of sweetness to the haystacks, and it's a nice mix of salty and sweet -- one of my favorite combos!

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    How to Make Butterscotch Haystacks Candy Treats

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    Butterscotch Haystacks Candy Treats

    Published by Dee
    An easy-to-make treat made with chow mein noodles, butterscotch morsels and peanut butter
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    rest time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24
    Calories 73 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ½ cups butterscotch candy morsels an 11-oz bag
    • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
    • 3 cups crunchy chow mein noodles
    • Small candy pumpkins for garnish if desired

    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl, melt the morsels and the peanut butter in the microwave
    • Mix in the chow mein noodles
    • Use tablespoon to drop onto wax-paper lined baking sheet, and shape into haystacks
    • Press 1 pumpkin against each haystack, if desired
    • Refrigerate until cool and firm
    • Store in refrigerator

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSodium: 84mgPotassium: 59mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.4mg
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    These butterscotch haystacks candy treats would be perfect for fall parties or just because. They're quick and easy to make and definitely kid approved!

    It's a fun way to celebrate fall, y'all.

    Enjoy your day, friends!

     

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    Comments

    1. Nicole says

      October 26, 2016 at 6:33 pm

      These are ao cute for fall. Can they be made without the peanut butter?

      Reply
      • Dee says

        October 26, 2016 at 8:27 pm

        I think butterscotch alone might work, but I'm not quite sure. You can try it and see what happens. 🙂

    2. Leslie says

      September 20, 2016 at 1:43 pm

      These are too cute! I love the little pumpkin accent!

      Reply
    3. Susan Vilar says

      September 18, 2016 at 8:58 pm

      They are fantastic candy... they've been my favorite since I was young. In my family, the haystacks are Christmas candy. I include them in my candy gifts for the neighbors and coworkers.5 stars

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      • Dee says

        September 18, 2016 at 10:45 pm

        That's I great idea -- I may have to do that this year! 🙂

    4. Miz Helen says

      September 16, 2016 at 9:18 am

      Your Butterscotch Haystacks are a perfect treat for fall. Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you have a fantastic week and come back real soon!
      Miz Helen5 stars

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    5. Shirley Wood says

      September 15, 2016 at 11:50 am

      We love Haystacks. My daughter makes them every year. I'll have to show her yours. I like the pumpkins!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 15, 2016 at 7:54 pm

        Thanks, Shirley. When I saw the pumpkins, I had to add them!

    6. Courtney says

      September 15, 2016 at 7:47 am

      Yum! And the pumpkins make them totally adorable, oh my goodness. 🙂

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 15, 2016 at 7:53 pm

        Thanks, Courtney. I wish they made candy scarecrows too. 🙂

    7. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      September 14, 2016 at 8:47 pm

      Those look yummy and I love that you used chow mein noodles for that touch of salt!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 14, 2016 at 10:05 pm

        Thanks, Kimberly! It's a great sweet and salty combo.

    8. Audrey says

      September 12, 2016 at 3:10 pm

      Love the addition of the pumpkin.

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 13, 2016 at 6:26 am

        Thanks, Audrey. We tend to add pumpkins to everything in the fall. 🙂

    9. Mother of 3 says

      September 12, 2016 at 4:16 am

      I bet my kids would love these! We used chocolate morsels, pb and chow mein noodles to make bird's nest this spring and they loved that. This would be a fun fall activity. Thanks for the idea. Pinned.

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 12, 2016 at 6:23 am

        Bird's nests sound fun -- I'll have to remember this for spring!

    10. Crystal says

      September 11, 2016 at 4:32 am

      These are so cute! My kids would love to make them., I've never seen this before.

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 11, 2016 at 10:03 am

        They're a lot of fun for the kids -- a little messy, but fun! 🙂

    11. carrie @ frugal foodie mama says

      September 10, 2016 at 4:11 pm

      Ahhhhhh... this is such a classic treat! 🙂 Love your fall twist!

      Reply
    12. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

      September 10, 2016 at 8:40 am

      These are so fun! i remember having them as a kid, but don't remember them being butterscotch. Super fun, and you've gotta love a no-bake treat!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 10, 2016 at 10:11 am

        I think there are different variations out there, but I love butterscotch!

    13. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

      September 09, 2016 at 7:10 pm

      This is such a great childhood favorite! Also, I need to make a batch. Your photos make me crave these!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 10, 2016 at 10:10 am

        Thanks, Anna. We have a few left -- the kids really loved them!

    14. Michelle De La Cerda says

      September 09, 2016 at 7:09 pm

      How fun are these? I can't believe the season is to make these cute little haystacks.

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 10, 2016 at 10:09 am

        I'm with you there -- time sure does fly!

    15. Maryanne | the little epicurean says

      September 09, 2016 at 4:58 pm

      Sounds like a tasty combo! I could totally use these to decorate my Halloween cakes!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        September 10, 2016 at 10:09 am

        These would be perfect for decorating, and that's a great idea!

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