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Published: July 3, 2018 Last Modified: March 14, 2019 By Sara 20 Comments

Haystack Cookies

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Haystack Cookies Recipe | No Bake Cookies | Chow Mein Noodle Cookies #nobakecookies #cookies #recipe #chocolate #dinneratthezoo

These no bake haystack cookies combine chow mein noodles, milk chocolate and butterscotch chips to make decadent treats that are always a huge hit. Chow mein cookies are perfect to whip up at a moment’s notice and you can vary the flavors and sprinkle decorations depending on the season.

Chow mein cookies are made with plenty of rich chocolate and crunchy noodles. They have just 4 ingredients and can be made in 10 minutes with the help of a microwave.

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Haystack cookies made with chow mein noodles on a baking sheet.

Every time I make these haystack cookies, I’m taken back to childhood. I can remember eating these at every holiday function and any day mom felt like whipping them up. They’re easily customized and don’t involve baking which is a plus when you don’t want to put a lot of effort into a sweet treat.

HOW DO YOU MAKE HAYSTACK COOKIES?

If you have the abilitiy to microwave some chocolate and do some mixing, then you’re set to make these chow mein cookies. Start with some decadent milk chocolate chips and butterscotch chips in a microwaveable bowl and heat until smooth. Add your crunchy chow mein nooodles until they’re well coated then add to a parchment sheet to dry. Cover with your sprinkles and wait impatiently for the chow mein noodle cookies to dry.

A mixing bowl of milk chocolate and butterscotch chips.

My favorite part about these chow mein cookies is the fact that they’re no bake and super quick to make. They work perfectly for a last minute dessert or treat when a school or family function hangs in the balance. We like to eat them with the butterscotch and chocolate chips because it’s an ultra rich and creamy combination, however there are many ways you can mix up the flavor when making these haystack cookies.

Other ways to mix up the flavor are:

  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Peanut butter chips
  • White chocolate chips
  • Coconut
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Chopped nuts

A bowl of melted milk chocolate chips and butterscotch chips.

You can also customize your haystack cookies for any holiday by switching up the sprinkles. Just choose a color or sprinkle fitting for the occasion and you’ve got an easy no-bake treat to match your event. Be sure to store your cookies in an airtight container if you have any leftovers. They should keep for about 5 days.

A bowl of melted chocolate and chow mein noodles.

HOW BIG SHOULD I MAKE THE HAYSTACK COOKIES?

The great thing about these chow mein cookies is that you don’t have to be precise when placing them on the parchment paper. You can make them whatever size you desire. However, I usually make them around 2 inches in size for easier storage and snacking.

A plate of haystack cookies topped with rainbow sprinkles.

Every time we make these cookies, I like letting the children help. They’re just so easy that there’s really no way to mess them up. It’s a great way for the kids to make the memories I got to make growing up.

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Haystack cookies made with chow mein noodles on a baking sheet.
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Haystack Cookies

These no bake haystack cookies combine chow mein noodles, milk chocolate and butterscotch chips to make decadent treats that are always a huge hit. Chow mein cookies are perfect to whip up at a moment's notice and you can vary the flavors and sprinkle decorations depending on the season.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 368kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces milk chocolate chips
  • 12 ounces butterscotch chips
  • 12 ounces chow mein noodles
  • 1/4 cup sprinkles

Instructions

  • Place the milk chocolate chips and butterscotch chips in a large bowl. Microwave in 30 second increments until melted. Stir until smooth.
  • Add the chow mein noodles to the bowl and toss until coated in the chocolate mixture.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons of the cookie mixture onto a piece of parchment and shape into a mound; place a pinch of sprinkles on top.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining cookie mixture and sprinkles until you have 12 cookies.
  • Let cookies sit until firm, then serve. Cookies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 307mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1.3mg
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    Comments

    1. Peter Dvergsten says

      January 24, 2022 at 9:38 am

      5 stars
      I found that some store brand items don’t work too well. Our local CUB Foods has cheese that my dog won’t touch. We have always made these with just the milk chocolate.

      Reply
    2. DAC says

      December 20, 2021 at 12:08 pm

      Help! My melted chip mixture did not end up smooth. It was crumbly and didn’t really stick to the noodles. Any ideas? Could it have been the brand of chips I used? I love these cookies. I made them last year with your recipe and was successful. I’m puzzled.

      Reply
      • Sara says

        December 21, 2021 at 8:15 am

        It could definitely be the brand of chips, which brand did you use?

        Reply
    3. Linda says

      December 10, 2020 at 1:28 pm

      5 stars
      I grew up having these cookies during the holidays. I forgot all about them and now going to store to make!

      Reply
    4. Michelle says

      November 26, 2019 at 8:38 am

      Switching these up with pretzil sticks… can this dessert be frozen?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        November 27, 2019 at 8:20 am

        Yes they can be frozen!

        Reply
    5. Pandy says

      July 1, 2019 at 7:14 pm

      Excuse the ignorant question, but are those just regular raw chow mein noodles broken up or are they a type of actual baked cookie just in a chow mein noodles shape ? They look amazing!!!

      Thank you in advance!

      Reply
      • Sara says

        July 1, 2019 at 10:21 pm

        It’s these cooked crispy noodles, they’re kind of like a cracker! https://www.lachoy.com/products/chow-mein-noodles

        Reply
    6. Charli Bruce says

      July 11, 2018 at 12:27 am

      5 stars
      So, I’ve never heard of haystack cookies before but they sound great. They’re so easy to make and I’m sure my kids would love making them too x

      Reply
    7. LavandaMichelle says

      July 7, 2018 at 5:48 am

      5 stars
      Oh my! These look so tasty, I want one right now. Thanks for sharing! 🙂

      Reply
    8. Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says

      July 6, 2018 at 1:22 pm

      Mmm, this looks so delicious. I never knew they were so easy! I want to make these this weekend! Thanks so much!

      Reply
    9. Ladonna says

      July 6, 2018 at 1:02 pm

      5 stars
      Theses look so good! My niece and I will have so much fun making these.. I can’t wait.

      Reply
    10. Nina says

      July 6, 2018 at 7:13 am

      5 stars
      this sounds so fun 🙂 it looks so simple and delicious

      Reply
    11. Heather says

      July 6, 2018 at 6:48 am

      These are fun! My daughters would really enjoy making these together for an afternoon snack.

      Reply
    12. valerie christie says

      July 5, 2018 at 7:55 pm

      That looks so good. It seems that no-bake is the way to go. So will be trying these for sure.

      Reply
    13. Laurence says

      July 5, 2018 at 6:57 pm

      Ok, call me a naive, but never heard of haystack before. But seeing your recipe, make me want to do this every get together parties 🙂 And it is easy to do 😀

      Reply
    14. Marie Kait says

      July 5, 2018 at 5:59 pm

      Yum! Simple and they look delicious. I would love to try these with my kids!

      Reply
    15. Jarkable says

      July 5, 2018 at 3:06 pm

      Wow these look amazing. Given I’m always pressed for time, having something you can put together this quick really makes it easy. Thanks for the post!

      Reply
    16. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

      July 5, 2018 at 2:21 pm

      5 stars
      This looks awesome! I always try making recipes with butterscotch chips, but my fiance hates it!! Maybe this recipe will convince him! Or, I could try one of your other suggested mix-ins 😉

      Reply
    17. Ann Snook says

      July 5, 2018 at 12:26 pm

      5 stars
      My mom LOVED making these when I was little! They definitely taste good but the texture isn’t for me . . . I’m more of a cakey, soft cookie kind of gal.

      Reply

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