Chow Mein Candy (Haystacks)
This simple vintage recipe for chow mein candy is made with just a few ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups butterscotch chips
- 1 tsp shortening or vegetable oil
- 3 cups crunchy chow mein noodles, such as La Choy
- 1 cup roasted peanuts
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place the butterscotch chips and shortening or oil in a large microwave-safe bowl. Heat on 50% power for 30 seconds, then stir. Repeat, stirring after each 30 seconds until the mixture is melted and smooth.2 cups butterscotch chips | 1 tsp shortening or vegetable oil
- Add the chow mein noodles and peanuts and stir to coat thoroughly.3 cups crunchy chow mein noodles | 1 cup roasted peanuts
- Using 2 spoons, scoop and drop mounds on the prepared baking sheets. Refrigerate until set.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 178mgPotassium: 32mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 9IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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