Microwave Chinese Chews Recipe

These addictive Microwave Chinese Chews are the easiest, most surprisingly delicious cookies you'll ever make! Perfect for holiday cookie exchanges (they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!), these no-bake treats require minimal effort but deliver maximum flavor. Melt chocolate and butterscotch chips, toss with chow mein noodles, and let them set – that's it! Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 170.2 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.7 (13 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Microwave Chinese Chews

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How to Make Microwave Chinese Chews

  1. Prepare your workspace: Clear a large area on your counter or table and cover it with several sheets of clean newspaper.
  2. Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 12 ounces of chocolate chips and 8 ounces of butterscotch chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth (about 1-2 minutes total).
  3. Prep the noodles: In a large mixing bowl, pour one 3-ounce bag of chow mein noodles.
  4. Combine and mix: Quickly pour the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over the chow mein noodles. Stir vigorously until all noodles are evenly coated.
  5. Portion onto newspaper: Using a teaspoon, drop small mounds of the mixture onto the prepared newspaper, leaving space between each cookie.
  6. Let them set: Allow the cookies to dry and set completely. This can take anywhere from 1-2 hours, depending on humidity and room temperature.
  7. Enjoy! Once the cookies are firm and set, carefully peel them from the newspaper and enjoy these delightful treats.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

61g

Fat

28g

Carbs

6g