introduction
These No-Bake Coconut Pecan Praline Cookies make a sweet, crunchy treat with little work. They set fast and need no oven. If you like nut sweets, try the maple pecan cookies with toasted nuts for another nutty snack.
why make this recipe
You make this recipe when you want a quick sweet for a party or a gift. It uses few items and cooks on the stove. You can share them fast. For a soft, frosted cookie idea to pair at a party, see this soft frosted cookies recipe.
how to make No-Bake Coconut Pecan Praline Cookies
You cook a simple sugar mix and stir in the nuts and coconut. Then you fold in powdered sugar to make a thick drop mixture. You drop spoonfuls on paper and let them cool. For more nut cookie ideas, look at this maple pecan cookies recipe.
Ingredients :
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Directions :
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, unsalted butter, and milk. Bring to a boil and let it boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, salt, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar until the mixture is well combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or parchment paper and let them cool and harden.
- Once set, serve and enjoy your no-bake cookies!
how to serve No-Bake Coconut Pecan Praline Cookies
Serve them on a small plate with coffee or tea. Stack them in a box for a gift. For a bright fruit cookie to serve later, try the blueberry lemon cookies.
how to store No-Bake Coconut Pecan Praline Cookies
Let the cookies harden fully. Then place them in an airtight box. Store at room temp for up to 5 days. You can chill them to keep longer.
tips to make No-Bake Coconut Pecan Praline Cookies
- Stir the mix well so the sugar blends in.
- Use fresh pecans for the best nut taste.
- Drop the mix with a small ice cream scoop for even size. See a different cookie swirl idea at blueberry cheesecake swirl cookies.
variation (if any)
- Swap pecans for walnuts for a milder nut taste.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for warm spice.
- Use dried cherries or raisins for a fruit twist.
FAQs
Q: Can I use margarine instead of butter?
A: Yes, but the taste will change. Butter gives the best flavor.
Q: Do I need to toast the pecans first?
A: You can toast them for more depth, but raw pecans work fine.
Q: Can I make the mix ahead and cool later?
A: No. The mix firms fast. Drop and cool right away for best shape.
Q: How long do these keep fresh?
A: They stay fresh for about 5 days in an airtight box at room temp.
No-Bake Coconut Pecan Praline Cookies
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A quick and sweet treat that requires no baking, combining crunchy pecans and coconut in a delicious praline mix.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Combine brown sugar, unsalted butter, and milk in a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and let it boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, salt, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar until well combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax or parchment paper and let cool.
- Serve and enjoy your no-bake cookies once set!
Notes
For the best taste, use fresh pecans. A small ice cream scoop works well for even cookie sizes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
