‘Chinese’ New Years Candy
Not Cookies . . . Candy. It is indulgent, rich, delicious, and best of all easy.
This afternoon I was fortunate enough to join other food writers from around Austin for a Cookie Swap. It was fun to once again meet up with my fellow bloggers and writers on an Sunday afternoon to talk about food and to enjoy the creativity that abounds in Austin, particularly in food.
My contribution to the party was a simple one. It is amazing what a mere four ingredients can contribute to a dish. I cannot lay claim to the recipe as my mother has made the treat for years, but it has always been popular in our family, and now hopefully it will become popular elsewhere. It IS indulgent, but well worth the extra laps in the pool, or 20 more minutes on the elliptical.
Chinese New Years Candy
- 24 oz. Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 24 oz. Butterscotch Chips
- 12 oz. Chow Mein ‘Noodles’ (usually come in 24 oz. bag)
- 12 oz. Salted Peanuts (not ‘dry roasted’, usually come in a can)
Melt the chocolate and butterscotch chips together over a double broiler or in the microwave. I used a metal mixing bowl over simmering water.
Once melted, mix in the peanuts and chow mein noodles.
Spoon onto parchment or wax paper and allow to cool for a few hours.
Chill in the refrigerator prior to serving.
That’s it. Four ingredients to Nirvana.
Cheers!
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By Anna, December 13, 2009 @ 8:06 pm
All the cookies were amazing, but this one was my personal favorite. Simple, yes. But it had so many flavors and textures it was a fun cookie to eat. Thanks for introducing me to this cookie.
By AustinEpicurean, December 14, 2009 @ 9:24 pm
My pleasure Anna!
By Optimista, December 15, 2009 @ 10:02 pm
Hey there! I’m thinking about bringing these for a cookie swap later this week…can you give me a ballpark figure re: how many cookies this recipe makes? Thanks!
By AustinEpicurean, December 16, 2009 @ 9:44 pm
I made two batches which resulted in over 6 dozen pieces. I think there were a few left as Carla said yesterday she still had some!
By lisaiscooking, January 13, 2010 @ 9:50 am
I loved this with the chocolate! My Mom always made it with just butterscotch. One of my favorite holiday candies.