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No-bake cranberry pecan cookies with a caramel drizzle on a wooden table.

No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Praline Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and nutty flavors with these chewy no-bake cookies filled with crunchy pecans and tart dried cranberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Sugar Sweetens the cookies and forms the base for the praline.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and flavor; ensures the cookies hold together.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Contributes to the creamy texture and enhances the caramel flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Provides warmth and a lovely fragrance that complements the other flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans, chopped Offers a crunchy texture and nutty flavor; a great source of healthy fats.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Adds a tart sweetness and chewy texture, balancing the richness of the cookies.
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Forms the bulk of the cookie and provides heartiness; also adds fiber.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances the overall taste by balancing sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by roughly chopping the pecans and measuring out the dried cranberries and oats to have everything ready.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until the butter melts and the mixture begins to boil gently.
  4. Stir continuously and let the mixture bubble for about 2-3 minutes until it thickens and turns a caramel color.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt for added flavor.
  6. Add the chopped pecans and dried cranberries to the mixture, mixing well to combine.
  7. Fold in the rolled oats until they are evenly coated with the mixture.
  8. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  9. Using a spoon, drop mounds of the cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool for 30-40 minutes, or refrigerate to set them faster.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, refrigerate them. These cookies freeze well; place them in an airtight container and freeze for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature when ready to enjoy.

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