Dessert

English Toffee Haystacks Recipe

Bymia larkspur December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

Introduction

English Toffee Haystacks are a delightful no-bake treat combining crunchy chow mein noodles, nuts, toffee bits, and rich chocolate. Perfect for quick parties or a sweet snack, they’re simple to make and wonderfully satisfying.

A cluster of dark chocolate-covered sticks, arranged in a loose mound shape, with the chocolate coating glossy and smooth. Small chopped nuts are sprinkled on top and around the cluster, adding a crumbly, light beige texture that contrasts with the deep brown chocolate. The clusters are placed on a white marbled surface, with scattered nut pieces around them for a natural, rustic look. The image shows three such clusters, with one in sharp focus in the foreground and the others blurred in the background creating depth. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups chow mein noodles
3/4 cup salted almonds, roughly chopped
3/4 cup Heath Bits O’ Brickle English Toffee Bits
16 oz. chocolate candy coating

Instructions

Step 1: Melt the chocolate candy coating over medium heat on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring regularly to prevent burning.
Step 2: Add the chow mein noodles, chopped almonds, and English toffee bits to the melted chocolate, reserving some toffee bits for garnish.
Step 3: Stir the mixture gently until all ingredients are fully coated in chocolate.
Step 4: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a sheet of wax paper.
Step 5: Sprinkle the reserved toffee bits and additional chopped almonds over the top of each haystack.
Step 6: Let the haystacks cool completely until the chocolate hardens.
Step 7: Serve immediately or store at room temperature.

Tips & Variations

For a nut-free version, substitute almonds with sunflower seeds or omit nuts entirely.
Try using dark, milk, or white chocolate coating to vary the flavor.
Adding a pinch of sea salt on top can enhance the toffee’s sweetness.

Storage

Store English Toffee Haystacks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate to prevent melting. Let them come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.

How to Serve

The image shows several clusters of chocolate-covered pretzel sticks stacked on a wooden board, each cluster shaped like a small mound with a shiny, dark brown chocolate coating and sprinkled with small pieces of crushed nuts on top. The pretzel sticks create a rough, uneven texture, and the nut crumbs vary in size and are scattered both on the clusters and the wooden board around them. In the background, out of focus, there are two white bowls, one with small round chocolate pieces and the other with crushed nuts, sitting on a white marbled surface with a red and white checkered cloth partially visible. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these haystacks ahead of time?

Yes, they can be made a few days in advance and stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator as needed.

What if I don’t have chow mein noodles?

You can substitute chow mein noodles with pretzel sticks or crispy rice cereal for a similar crunchy texture.

English Toffee Haystacks Recipe

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English Toffee Haystacks are a delightful no-bake treat combining crunchy chow mein noodles, salted almonds, and rich Heath Bits O’ Brickle English Toffee Bits all coated in creamy melted chocolate. These sweet and crunchy clusters are quick to prepare and perfect for serving at parties or as a simple indulgent snack.

Author: mia
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Approximately 24 haystacks 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

1 3/4 cups chow mein noodles
3/4 cup salted almonds, roughly chopped
3/4 cup Heath Bits O’ Brickle English Toffee Bits (plus extra for sprinkling)

Coating

16 oz. chocolate candy coating

Instructions

Melt the chocolate: Gently melt the chocolate candy coating over medium heat on the stovetop or in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave, stirring regularly to prevent burning and ensure smooth melting.
Combine ingredients: Add the chow mein noodles, chopped salted almonds, and most of the English toffee bits into the melted chocolate. Reserve some toffee bits for topping.
Mix thoroughly: Stir the mixture carefully until all the dry ingredients are fully coated with the melted chocolate, ensuring even coverage for that perfect toffee crunch.
Form the haystacks: Drop the mixture by spoonfuls onto wax paper lined baking sheets. Immediately sprinkle the tops with the reserved toffee bits and additional chopped almonds if desired.
Cool and set: Let the chocolate haystacks cool completely at room temperature until the chocolate hardens and sets into clusters.
Serve or store: Serve the haystacks right away or store them at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week.

Notes

Be sure to stir the chocolate regularly during melting to prevent scorching.
For a nut-free version, omit the almonds or substitute with seeds.
Use wax paper or parchment paper to prevent sticking when cooling the haystacks.
These treats can be refrigerated for faster setting, but bring them to room temperature before serving for best texture.
Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.

Keywords: English Toffee Haystacks, no-bake dessert, chocolate clusters, crunchy toffee treats, chow mein noodle dessert

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