Description
Get ready to make one of the easiest and most festive treats of the season! These Christmas Haystack Cookies are a quick no-bake dessert packed with crunchy texture and rich chocolatey flavor. Perfect for a quick breakfast treat, easy dinner dessert, or healthy snack alternative during the holidays. This easy recipe is ideal for anyone looking for fun food ideas, breakfast ideas, or simple dinner ideas with a sweet twist.
Ingredients
2 cups chow mein noodles
1 ½ cups butterscotch chips
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mini marshmallows
¼ cup red candy-coated chocolates
¼ cup green candy-coated chocolates
½ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Measure and prepare all ingredients before starting.
3. Melt butterscotch chips and chocolate chips together using low heat or microwave in intervals, stirring until smooth.
4. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined.
5. Add chow mein noodles and gently fold until evenly coated.
6. Mix in mini marshmallows if using.
7. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
8. Immediately top with red and green candies or sprinkles.
9. Melt white chocolate and drizzle over the cookies.
10. Let cookies set at room temperature for 30–45 minutes or refrigerate for faster setting.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for better flavor and smoother texture.
Work quickly when mixing and shaping to prevent early hardening.
Add toppings immediately while the mixture is still warm for best adhesion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, no-bake dessert, easy recipe, holiday treats, sweet snacks