Description
Indulgent no-bake pecan coconut praline cookies deliver sweet Southern charm without heating up kitchen ovens. Crisp pecans and silky coconut blend into irresistible treats you can enjoy in minutes with simple ingredients and zero baking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Nuts and Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups pecans, chopped
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Sweeteners and Binding Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium temperature until completely melted and slightly bubbling.
- Incorporate brown sugar and milk, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches a rolling boil, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Immediately remove the saucepan from heat source and quickly integrate vanilla extract, creating a smooth, fragrant base.
- Fold in chopped pecans, shredded coconut, and a delicate sprinkle of salt, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly combined and evenly distributed.
- Using a spoon, carefully deposit uniform clusters of the praline mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, creating rustic, free-form cookie shapes.
- Allow the praline clusters to rest and solidify at ambient room temperature for 15-20 minutes, permitting the mixture to naturally set and develop a firm consistency.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and chill for an additional 30 minutes, which will help the cookies achieve a perfectly crisp and cohesive texture.
- Once completely set and cooled, gently remove the praline cookies from the parchment paper and arrange on a serving platter for immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- Select high-quality pecans and coconut for richer, more intense flavor profiles.
- Toast pecans briefly before adding to enhance their nutty depth and create a more complex taste experience.
- Substitute dairy milk with almond or coconut milk for a dairy-free version that maintains creamy texture.
- Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure easy cookie removal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg