Description
Sweet pecan coconut praline cookies deliver southern charm without heating up kitchen ovens. Crisp coconut layers and rich caramel notes create irresistible no-bake treats that you’ll devour in delightful, crumbly bites.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup evaporated milk
Dairy and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 0.25 cup (1/4 cup) butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Seasoning:
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Heat sugar, corn syrup, evaporated milk, and salt in a large saucepan over medium temperature, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a rolling boil. Maintain boiling for 3-4 minutes, watching for a slightly thickened consistency.
- Remove saucepan from heat source and immediately incorporate butter, mixing until fully melted. Swirl in vanilla extract, ensuring smooth integration.
- Fold pecans and shredded coconut into the warm mixture, stirring thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly and create a rich, glossy texture.
- Using a spoon, carefully dollop mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, creating uniform circular shapes with slight spacing between each cookie.
- Allow cookies to rest at room temperature for 25-35 minutes, permitting natural cooling and setting. For accelerated firming, transfer baking sheet to refrigerator for approximately 15-20 minutes until pralines become firm and hold their shape.
- Once completely cooled and solidified, gently separate cookies from parchment paper and serve. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent sticking.
Notes
- Toast pecans lightly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and create a deeper, richer taste profile.
- Use unsweetened shredded coconut for a less sweet version that allows other flavors to shine through.
- Line baking sheet with a silicone mat for easier cookie removal and cleaner edges.
- Store cookies in an airtight container between layers of parchment paper to prevent sticking and maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 192
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg