Save A whimsical and delicious tower of crunchy, sweet haystack candies layered and stacked for a fun, shareable treat.
This recipe brings back memories of making candy treats with my family during the holidays. Everyone loves stacking and eating these crunchy, sweet delights together.
Ingredients
- Base Layer: 2 cups chow mein noodles (crispy, dry), 1 cup butterscotch chips, 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy)
- Middle Layer: 2 cups pretzel sticks, broken into thirds, 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
- Top Layer: 1 cup white chocolate chips, 1/2 cup toasted shredded coconut, 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butterscotch chips and peanut butter together in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Add chow mein noodles to the butterscotch mixture and stir gently to coat. Drop heaping spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet to form the base layer. Let set for 5 minutes.
- Step 4:
- In another bowl, melt semisweet chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Add pretzel sticks and mini marshmallows; mix gently. Spoon smaller mounds on top of each butterscotch base to create the middle layer. Allow to set for 5 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Melt white chocolate chips in a clean bowl. Stir in toasted coconut and chopped peanuts. Spoon a small dollop atop each candy tower to finish.
- Step 6:
- Let the towers set at room temperature or refrigerate for 15 minutes until firm. Serve stacked on a platter for a dramatic presentation.
Save This treat is a family favorite and an easy recipe to make with kids, who enjoy stacking the candy layers.
Preparation Time
20 minutes with no cooking required, just assembling and setting.
Dietary Info
Vegetarian and contains peanuts, milk, soy, and wheat. Possible gluten presence.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these candy towers as a festive dessert at parties or family gatherings for a crunchy sweet treat.
Save Enjoy stacking and sharing these sweet haystack candy towers with your loved ones for a fun and festive treat.
Recipe Guide
- → What gives the base layer its crunch?
The base uses crispy chow mein noodles coated in a buttery butterscotch and peanut butter mixture for a crunchy texture.
- → Can the chocolate chips be substituted?
Yes, you can swap butterscotch or semisweet chips with dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- → How do I avoid nuts in this layered treat?
Replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and omit the roasted peanuts to keep it nut-free.
- → Is refrigeration necessary to set the candy towers?
Letting the towers set at room temperature works, but refrigerating for 15 minutes helps firm them up faster.
- → What adds the sweetness and creaminess to the top layer?
The top layer's white chocolate chips mixed with toasted shredded coconut and chopped peanuts provide sweetness and creaminess.
- → Are there common allergens to be aware of?
This treat contains peanuts, milk, soy, wheat, and may have gluten; checking ingredient labels is recommended.