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Classic No-Bake Haystack Cookies with Butterscotch and Chow Mein Noodles

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Make these easy, crunchy, no-bake haystack cookies using butterscotch chips and chow mein noodles. This simple recipe is ready fast and perfect for cookie exchanges or quick desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 6 cups chow mein noodles

Instructions

  1. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butterscotch chips, chocolate chips, and peanut butter.
  3. Microwave on medium power for 30 seconds. Stir the mixture well.
  4. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chips and peanut butter are completely melted and smooth. This usually takes 1 to 2 minutes total.
  5. Gently fold the chow mein noodles into the melted mixture until they are fully coated.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, forming small clusters.
  7. Let the cookies set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place them in the refrigerator for 15 minutes until firm.

Notes

  • For a chocolate-only version, omit the butterscotch chips and use 2 cups of chocolate chips instead.
  • You can substitute the chow mein noodles with quick-cooking rolled oats for a different texture.
  • Store finished cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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