Noticing Halloween creeping up around the corner, I have found myself inspired to compete with the generic candy brands by concocting my own creepy confections. Now of course, the tragedy is that these days you can't hand out home-made treats to the kids, because everyone has heard the stories about razor blades and poison (it's never happened - read "Free-Range Kids" if your curious), but at the very least you can spoil your friends or hubby with this sweet spidery treat!
This is a recipe my Nanna used to make for my sister and I every so often, but particularly every Halloween. Sweet, salty, crunchy and simple - they satisfy some deep childhood desire within me, and I hope they bring a smile to your spooky day as well!
Ingredients:
1 pkg butterscotch bits (substitute dark chocolate if you want the chocolate version)
1 Tbsp peanut butter (substitute shortening if there is a nut allergy concern)
1 can (5 1/2oz) Chinese noodles
1 cup dry roasted peanuts (these can be left out if there is a nut allergy concern)
Directions:
Melt bits and peanut butter in a saucepan. Stir in noodles and nuts and mix until thoroughly coated. Drop heaping tablespoon fulls onto waxed paper and let harden in the fridge - approx 1/2 hour (or for rapid results, the freezer). Once they are chilled, they look like chunky, many legged arachnids and can be stored at room temp, but do best in the fridge or freezer. Enjoy!
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