- Taste these delicious Slow Cooker Butterscotch Haystacks—a no-bake treat. A delicious combination of crunchy chow mein noodles, peanut butter, and butterscotch chips, with the option to add roasted peanuts for more flair. Perfect for last-minute sweets!
Recall the carefree Sunday afternoons spent at Grandma’s house? We would play in the backyard and the scent of butterscotch would softly drift through the air. She eventually shared her recipe: Butterscotch Haystacks made in a slow cooker. What made them unique wasn’t only the crispness of the chow mein noodles or the pairing of peanut butter and butterscotch chips. It was the delight of creating something enchanted with one another, the love and laughter, and the sticky fingers. Even now, each taste transports me back to those carefree times.
Simplicity Meets Deliciousness:
This recipe’s charm lies in its effortless preparation. No baking, just a few simple steps, and voila! A sweet treat is ready.
- When Versatility Works Best: These haystacks look great at every kind of event, from sophisticated parties to laid-back family get-togethers.
- Tailored to the Core: adore almonds? Include them! Do you prefer it without nuts? Just as delightful.
- Maker of Memories: It’s a recipe that, beyond its deliciousness, strengthens relationships and is ideal for making cooking memories with close ones.
Ingredients Notes
Crafting these Slow Cooker Butterscotch Haystacks is like painting with flavors; each ingredient plays a crucial role.
- The recipe’s centerpiece are the 11-ounce butterscotch chips, which melt into a smooth, sugary mixture.
A quarter cup of peanut butter gives it a creamy, nutty flavor. For a consistent texture, go for smooth peanut butter.
Four cups of crispy chow mein noodles: The crucial element! The structure holding our haystacks together is these noodles.
For those who love nuts, roasted peanuts (½ cup) offer an additional taste and crunch.
How To Make Slow Cooker Butterscotch Haystacks
Let’s embark on a culinary adventure to create these delightful treats.
- Step 1: Set up your workspace first. To prepare the baking sheet for our haystacks, line it with parchment or wax paper.
Step 2: Put peanut butter and butterscotch chips in a big bowl that is safe to put in the microwave. Stirring every 30 seconds, heat the mixture at 50% power for 1 minute, or until it becomes incredibly smooth.
Step 3: Now is the perfect moment to add peanuts, if you enjoy them. Next, progressively add the chow mein noodles to the butterscotch concoction. Make careful to cover every noodle generously. Make artful mounds of this mixture and place them onto your prepared pan using two forks.
Step 4: The last step requires patience; let your creations sit in the fridge for half an hour, or until they solidify into the classic haystack shape.
Storage Options
Your butterscotch haystacks are ready to be stored, assuming you can resist eating them all before they harden! For up to a week, store them at room temperature in an airtight container. They can be refrigerated for up to three weeks to extend their shelf life. They can be stored for up to three months if you freeze them in a single layer and then move them to a freezer bag.
Variations and Substitutions
Variety is the spice of life, and these haystacks are no exception.
- Change Butterscotch for Chocolate: You may add the same quantity of chocolate chips in place of the butterscotch chips for a chocolaty touch.
Alternatives to Nut Butter: Not a lover of peanut butter? Excellent substitutes are sunflower seed butter or almond butter.
Supplements: Are you in the mood for adventure? For an added taste boost, stir in a few small marshmallows, raisins, or even a dash of sea salt.
Version Without Nuts: For a dessert that is allergy-friendly, just omit the peanuts.
