Easter Egg Peanut Butter Haystacks - No-Bake Easter Dessert
These adorable no-bake Easter Egg Peanut Butter Haystacks are a quick and easy holiday treat! Made with chow mein noodles, white chocolate, and peanut butter, these sweet and crunchy "nests" are perfect for Easter celebrations. Top them with colorful candy eggs for an extra festive touch!
Ingredients
- White chocolate chips : The base of our haystacks. You can also use butterscotch chips if you’re craving something more traditional.
- Powdered sugar : A touch of sweetness to balance the richness.
- Creamy peanut butter : Crunchy works too but creamy gives these haystacks their signature smooth texture.
- Chow mein noodles : These give the haystacks their crunchy hay-like texture. (Pretzel sticks work great too!)
- Cadbury mini eggs : Or any Easter-themed candy eggs you fancy. Jelly beans could even sneak in here if you’re feeling adventurous.
- See? Simple stuff. Now let’s put it all together.
Instructions
- 1: Prep Your Workspace: Grab two standard muffin tins and give them a quick spritz of non-stick spray. This ensures your haystacks pop right out later without sticking. Trust me; nobody wants to ruin those perfect nests!
- 2: Melt the Magic: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt your white chocolate chips on medium-high power for about a minute. Stir until smooth—if there are still lumps, zap it for another 10-15 seconds. Patience is key here.
- 3: Mix It Up: Once your chocolate is melted, stir in the powdered sugar and peanut butter. Keep stirring until everything blends into a dreamy, creamy mixture. Think of it like making edible Play-Doh—it’s kind of therapeutic, honestly.
- 4: Add the Crunch: Gently fold in your chow mein noodles. Toss them around until every noodle gets coated in that sweet peanut butter goodness. This step transforms the mix from gooey to gloriously crunchy.
- 5: Shape Those Nests: Using a tablespoon, scoop the mixture into each muffin tin cup. Press down gently in the center to create a nest shape. Then, top each one with three candy eggs. Voilà—you’ve got yourself some seriously cute Easter foods!
- 6: Chill Out: Pop the trays into the fridge for about 20 minutes. By the time you come back, the haystacks will be firm enough to unmold and serve. Easy peasy.
Notes
- Use traditional Jiffy-style peanut butter; avoid natural or stir-required varieties.
- For a butterscotch flavor, swap white chocolate chips with butterscotch chips.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.