No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Cookies Recipe
These No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat combining sweet dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and a rich, buttery syrup. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you want a quick indulgence without turning on the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups Pecans, chopped
- 2 cups Craisins (dried cranberries)
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter (1 stick)
- 2 ½ cups Sugar
- ½ cup Evaporated Milk
- ½ cup Corn Syrup (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans and dried cranberries. Set this mixture aside to use later.
- Melt butter and combine sugars: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the sugar, evaporated milk, and corn syrup, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Boil the mixture: Bring the butter and sugar mixture to a full rolling boil on medium heat. Once boiling, allow it to continue boiling for exactly three minutes, stirring several times to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Remove from heat: After boiling for three minutes, take the saucepan off the heat.
- Add flavor and nuts: Immediately add the vanilla extract and the pecan and cranberry mixture to the hot syrup.
- Stir vigorously: Stir the combined mixture quickly and consistently for exactly four minutes to ensure even distribution and proper consistency for the cookies.
- Form cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax or parchment paper spaced apart to prevent sticking.
- Allow to set: Let the cookies cool and set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to an hour until they harden and hold their shape.
Notes
- Use wax or parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Be precise with boiling and stirring times for best texture.
- Substitute corn syrup with maple syrup for a different flavor, but note the texture may vary.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- If you prefer less sweetness, reduce sugar by ¼ cup, but be cautious as it may affect set quality.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: no bake cookies, cranberry cookies, pecan cookies, holiday cookies, easy no bake dessert
