No-Bake Coconut Pecan Praline Cookies
These No-Bake Coconut Pecan Praline Cookies are rich, indulgent, and incredibly easy to make. With creamy praline, toasted pecans, and coconut, these sweet bites are a Southern-inspired treat that melts in your mouth. The best part? No oven is needed! Just mix and chill to enjoy a delicious, addictive dessert.
Ingredients:
Praline Base:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins:
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted for extra flavor)
Optional Topping:
- 1/3 cup melted dark chocolate for drizzling
Instructions:
- Make the praline base: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, evaporated milk, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Add vanilla extract: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in coconut and pecans: Stir in the shredded coconut and toasted pecans until fully combined.
- Form the cookies: Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use the back of the spoon to flatten them slightly into cookie shapes. Let the cookies cool and firm up at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Optional topping: Drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the cooled cookies for an extra layer of sweetness and flavor.
- Serve and enjoy: Once the cookies have set, they’re ready to enjoy! These no-bake coconut pecan praline cookies are perfect for a quick dessert or a sweet treat any time.
These cookies are a perfect balance of creamy, chewy, and nutty with just the right amount of sweetness. Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible flavor!
