No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Praline Cookies Recipe
These No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Praline Cookies are a delightful combination of crunchy pecans, chewy dried cranberries, and wholesome rolled oats coated in a rich, caramel-flavored praline mixture. Perfect for a quick, mess-free treat that requires no baking and delivers satisfying texture and flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40-50 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Praline Mixture
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Add-ins and Base
- 1/2 cup Pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
- 2 cups Rolled Oats
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Roughly chop the pecans and measure out the dried cranberries and rolled oats, ensuring all ingredients are ready for use.
- Combine Sugar, Butter, and Cream: In a medium saucepan, add sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream. Place the pan over medium heat.
- Melt and Boil Mixture: Stir frequently as the butter melts and the mixture comes to a gentle boil, preventing scorching.
- Cook to Light Caramel: Keep stirring and let the mixture bubble for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly and reaches a light caramel color.
- Remove from Heat and Flavor: Take the pan off the heat immediately to stop cooking, then stir in vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavor.
- Add Pecans and Cranberries: Mix in the chopped pecans and dried cranberries thoroughly to distribute them evenly.
- Fold in Rolled Oats: Gently fold the rolled oats into the praline mixture until all oats are well coated.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Scoop Cookies: Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop mounds of the mixture about an inch apart onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Cool and Set: Let the cookies cool completely at room temperature for 30 to 40 minutes, or refrigerate to speed up the setting process.
- Serve and Store: Once set, enjoy your cookies immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent cookies from sticking.
- Ensure the praline mixture does not brown too much to avoid a burnt taste.
- For a faster setting time, refrigerate the cookies after scooping them onto the sheet.
- These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Feel free to substitute dried cranberries with raisins or dried cherries if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
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