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No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Praline Cookies

These no-bake cookies are a quick and easy holiday treat with a delightful combination of sweet, salty, chewy, and crunchy textures. Perfect for last-minute cravings or homemade gifts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Spoon or small cookie scoop

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar The base of our sweet, caramel-like magic.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter For richness and that delightful buttery flavor.
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream This helps create that signature chewy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract A touch of warmth and fragrance.
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped. Feel free to chop them to your preferred size!
  • 0.5 cup dried cranberries These add a lovely tartness and beautiful color.
  • 2 cups rolled oats The heart of our no-bake cookie, providing chewiness and substance. Make sure they're rolled oats, not instant!
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Crucial for balancing the sweetness and enhancing all the flavors.

Instructions
 

  • Start the Syrup: Grab a medium saucepan. Add the sugar, butter, heavy cream, and salt. Place it over medium heat.
  • Dissolve and Boil: Stir everything constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture starts to gently boil. This is where the praline goodness begins!
  • The Crucial Boil: Now, let that mixture boil for exactly 3 minutes. Resist the urge to stir! This is key to getting the right consistency. I usually set a timer so I don't forget.
  • Flavor Boost: Carefully remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, chopped pecans, and dried cranberries. The aroma at this stage is just heavenly!
  • Add the Oats: Now, it’s time for the star of the show: the rolled oats! Add them to the saucepan and stir everything together until all the oats are nicely coated and the mixture looks well combined. It will be thick and sticky.
  • Shape the Cookies: Grab a couple of baking sheets and line them with parchment paper. This makes cleanup a breeze! Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets. Don't worry about making them perfect; rustic is charming!
  • Let Them Set: Now for the hardest part – waiting! Let the cookies cool and set completely on the baking sheets. This usually takes about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on your kitchen's temperature. Once they're firm to the touch, they're ready to enjoy!

Notes

These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature and will stay chewy for 3-5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.