The Best No Bake Haystack Cookies Food

THE BEST NO-BAKE HAYSTACK COOKIES

Steps:

• Line two baking sheets with parchment or wax paper.
• Melt the butterscotch and chocolate chips in the microwave or in a double boiler (If you don't have a double boiler you can make one by nestling a metal or heatproof glass bowl over a pot with a bit of water in the bottom - bring the water to a boil, and stir the chips frequently until they melt). If using the microwave, heat for 30 seconds, then stop and give the chips a stir, and stop and stir every 15 seconds until they are melted. Stir in the peanut butter until well combined.
• Combine the noodles and the cocktail peanuts in a large bowl. Pour the butterscotch-peanut butter mixture over and stir to combine.
• Drop the mixture by tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow to set; in warmer months or when the kitchen is warm, this is best done in the fridge. Do let them sit at room temperature for several minutes before serving.

HOLIDAY HAYSTACKS

Steps:

• Heat 2 inches of water in a pot to a simmer. Add the semisweet and milk chocolate to a bowl and place over the pot of simmering water. Allow to melt, stirring occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, add the noodles, almonds and pistachios to a large bowl and set aside.
• When the chocolate has melted completely, pour over the noodle and nut mixture. Mix until everything is well coated in the melted chocolate.
• Using 2 spoons, drop tablespoon mounds onto 2 parchment-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle the holiday sprinkles over the top. Allow to dry completely before storing, about 1 hour.

NO BAKE CHOCOLATE HAYSTACK COOKIES

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, milk, butter, cocoa (I tend to go a little heavy on the cocoa) and salt.
• Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
• When it has reached a rolling boil, cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove pan from heat and mix in vanilla, oats and coconut.
• Drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper.
• Work quickly!
• Let cool.
• Alternate/optional additions, add any one with coconut: 1/2-3/4 cup mini marshmallows or 1/2 cup walnuts.

BETTY'S HAYSTACKS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Line a large baking dish with parchment or wax paper.
• Add the butterscotch chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 60 seconds, or until the chips are melted, stirring halfway through. Whisk until completely smooth.
• Add the chow mein noodles, peanuts, and pretzel sticks. Stir until evenly coated.
• Use 2 spoons to drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture on the prepared baking sheet. Place in the refrigerator and allow to harden for at least 1 hour.
• Make the chocolate coating, if using: Add the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil to a medium bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 30-45 seconds, or until the chips are melted, stirring halfway through. Whisk until completely smooth.
• Dip the bottom of each haystack in the melted chocolate, letting any excess drip off. Return to the baking sheet, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes more, until the chocolate hardens.
• Enjoy!

NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE HAYSTACK COOKIES -- LOWER SUGAR

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, milk, butter, cocoa and salt.
• Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
• When it has reached a rolling boil, cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove pan from heat and mix in vanilla, oats, coconut and walnuts.
• Drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper or silicone baking sheet.
• Work quickly!
• Let cool completely -- refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to completely set up.

HAYSTACKS I

Steps:

• In a saucepan bring sugar, cocoa, milk and butter or margarine to a boil. Remove from heat.
• Stir in oats, coconut, nuts and salt. Drop quickly from teaspoon on wax paper. Let cool.