Description
These No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Praline Cookies are a delightful blend of sweet and nutty flavors combined with chewy oats and tart dried cranberries. Perfect for a quick holiday treat without turning on the oven, these cookies set in under an hour and deliver a satisfying crunch with a luscious praline coating.
Ingredients
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Cookie Mixture
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 2 cups quick oats
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and salt. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
- Boil Mixture: Continue boiling the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract to infuse flavor.
- Add Nuts and Fruit: Quickly mix in chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and quick oats until all ingredients are well coated with the praline mixture.
- Form Cookies: Drop heaping spoonfuls of the mixture onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Flatten slightly with the back of the spoon if you prefer a less rounded shape.
- Cool and Set: Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for 30 to 45 minutes or until firm to the touch. This step ensures the praline coating hardens and cookies hold their shape.
Notes
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- These no-bake cookies make a perfect festive treat or quick dessert with a rich texture from pecans and cranberries.
- For chewier cookies, reduce the boiling time slightly; for firmer cookies, extend it by a minute.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
