Easy Chocolate Haystacks

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups chow mein noodles
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
• 1/2 cup peanut butter chips

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

5 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Add the chow mein noodles and stir until coated.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter chips together in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
5. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the noodle mixture and stir until well combined.
6. Drop the mixture by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and salty
• Crunchy and chewy
• No-bake
• Easy to make
• Perfect for parties or snacks

User Comments:

• "These are so easy to make and always a hit with my guests."
• "The combination of flavors is perfect."
• "I love that they are no-bake, so I can make them in advance."
• "They are the perfect size for a quick bite."
• "I add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for extra flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the melted chocolate is not too hot before adding it to the noodle mixture, or it will melt the noodles.
• If you don't have chow mein noodles, you can use rice krispies or crispy rice cereal.
• You can use any type of chocolate chips or candy chips that you like.
• Store the haystacks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.