No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Haystacks
These no-bake chocolate peanut butter haystacks are a quick, crunchy dessert made with melted chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crispy chow mein noodles.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- microwave-safe bowl
- spoon or cookie scoop
Ingredients
- 2 cups chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
- 1 cup crunchy peanut butter
- 2 cups crispy chow mein noodles
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
- Gently fold in chow mein noodles and chopped nuts, if using, until evenly coated.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping into small mounds.
- Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes until firm. Serve immediately or store as directed.
Notes
Stir gently to keep the noodles crunchy. Use good-quality chocolate for the smoothest texture. Refrigerate promptly to help the haystacks set cleanly.