Here is a fun Holiday update to a true classic, the Chocolate Haystack Recipe! We changed it up and added in white chocolate and peanuts along with fun Christmas sprinkles to really make it festive. The kids will love this easy to make treat and adults will get a laugh out of the fun name too.
First Published: November 14,2018... Last Updated: September 14, 2019
We are on Day 3 of our Christmas Baking Frenzy isn't that crazy!? We have already shared an incredible Round-up with 37 Fudge Recipes as well as some Grinch inspired Rice Krispies.
Today we thought it would be fitting to take our treats straight from the North Pole so we created these super fun, quick and easy to make White Chocolate Haystack Cookies for you to share at your Christmas and Holiday Parties!
History of our Haystack Recipe
If you have been following along with us you will know that these cookies (well the traditional ones) hold a special place in my heart. You see, when I was younger we used to make them with my Grandma whenever we had leftover chow mein noodles and some chocolate. With them being so easy to make and their ability to freeze amazingly it was a treat we could have on hand whenever the craving struck…and after trying these cookies I know you will want them ALL THE TIME!
That is one thing I love the most about the Holidays, sharing old memories with family and loved ones while creating new ones to be enjoyed for years to come. My mom, sister and I have been baking since I can remember and are always creating fun new treats to share on our cookie trays that we give out every year. I just know these bite sized Elf Poop Haystack Cookies are going to be a big hit this year!
Shopping List for Haystack Cookie Recipe
- Chow mein noodles
- White Chocolate Chips
- Peanuts (salted and roasted)
- Christmas Sprinkles
- Parchment Paper
FAQs for White Chocolate Haystacks
What do you put in a Haystack?
The basic haystack cookie will always have 2 ingredients; chow mein noodles and melted chocolate. Now depending on the variation you are making there are other add ins that you may need. With our Elf Poop you will need to have white chocolate as well as peanuts and fun sprinkles. If you make our traditional haystacks you will also need peanut butter.
Do Haystacks need to be Refrigerated?
While you don’t NEED to refrigerate your haystack cookies, I highly recommend that you do if you don’t want them to melt. We put ours in a sealed container and keep them in the fridge for when we feel like a sweet treat. If you are using your haystacks for a cookie swap you can even put them in the freezer and take them out when it’s time to assemble your trays.
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Our Elf Poop Chocolate Haystacks wouldn’t be complete without some fun Christmas Sprinkles! Make sure you are replacing your sprinkles from last year – believe it or not they go stale and no one wants that.
White Chocolate Haystacks
Elf Poop - White Chocolate Haystack Recipe
Holiday update to the classic Chocolate Haystack Recipe! They're super fun, quick and easy to make, perfect to share at your Christmas and Holiday Parties!
Ingredients
- 1 pkg White Chocolate Chips (1.5 cups)
- 2 cups Chow Mein Noodles
- ½ cup Peanuts, roasted/salted
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper, or silicone baking mat and set aside.
- Melt chocolate chips using the double broiler over medium heat. You can use the microwave as well but be sure to do it in 15 second increments so you don't burn the chocolate.
- Once chocolate is melted turn the heat off and stir in the noodles and peanuts. Mix until well combined.
- Use a teaspoon to scoop and drop your chocolate noodle mixture onto your prepared baking sheets.
- Allow to set in the fridge for at least 20 minutes before devouring!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
20Serving Size:
1 cookieAmount Per Serving: Calories: 60Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 83mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 1g
*Please note that nutritional values are not always 100% accurate and are to be used as a guide.
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So what do you think?! A simple, no-bake Chocolate Haystack Cookie that can be added to your goody trays year after year! Remember to check out the other days of our Christmas Baking Frenzy and stay tuned to see what we have in store tomorrow!
What a lovely and cute Christmas recipe. This sounds fantastic! Looks tasty! I bet those flavors are amazing! Cannot wait to try this! Love!
oh how cute these are! I love white chocolate over regular and this would be devoured! love it!
They are so perfectly festive for cookie exchanges, and we too love white chocolate!
These are so cute for the holidays! It makes it even better when there is a close memory attached 🙂 That's what the holidays are all about. These are an adorable bite sized treat...perfect to leave out for Santa ;D
Thanks so much Tammy, we always love to celebrate the season with remembering past baking days <3 And I think Santa would LOVE these cookies too, just look at the bright sprinkles!
so easy to make and so super appealing to kids! I'm sure they'd have a great time helping ... and then telling everyone they ate "poop"! LOL
Thanks Noel, we got a kick out of the name when we were trying to come up with it! I love the fact the kids can help, they are often left out of the more complex baking so this is a good treat for them <3
We love Elf on the Shelf in our house and these would be so fun to make as a gift from our elf- Frodo 🙂 The kids would love it!
Ohhh that is a fabulous idea!!! I think the kids will laugh their pjs off when they see Frodo's poop!
I am definitely craving these cookies! I need to put them on my Christmas baking menu. They look so festive and easy!
Thanks Catalina, we hope you enjoy make these cookies as much as we did!
Great name for a holiday cookie. Need to give these a try when my nephews visit.
They will love it! They are a super fun and festive cookie, and bonus points for being easy to make!
I'm a huge fan of no bake desserts. These are fun cookies to try and they looks delicious!
There is nothing better than an easy, no-bake cookie for the Holidays!
Well these are just adorable! With a name like this, my kids would be so happy to be making these!
That's the best part, the kids can really do most of it themselves, with moms supervision of course 🙂 I hope they enjoy!
Ha... I love the name for these cookies. So simple and easy too. Kids would have fun with this. Very festive too.
Thanks so much Veena, we all need a little more fun for the holidays! I think these cookies are going to be popular with many busy families who want to add a little extra spirit <3
Oh! My! Gosh!! I'd completely forgotten about these cookies. I think we called them straw stacks. My Mother-in-law used to make them every Christmas. I'm so glad you posted this -- I'm making them this Christmas.
Thanks Marisa, I love that you remember them too!!! I have such fond memories of making them with my Grandmother <3 Hopefully your grandkids enjoy them as much as we do!
Love love love this chocolate haystack recipe! It's been a while since I made a similar dish so this comes with great timing! Yum.
Yay I am so happy you like it April!!! I can't wait to see everyone's cookies this year, it is always fun watching new creations pop up!