Cranberry Pecan Praline Cookies (Print Version)

Sweet, chewy treats with tart cranberries, crunchy pecans, and a rich caramel-like praline base. No oven needed!

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup Sugar
02 - 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
03 - 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
04 - 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
05 - 1/2 teaspoon Salt

→ Mix-ins

06 - 1/2 cup Pecans, chopped
07 - 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
08 - 2 cups Rolled Oats

# Steps:

01 - Roughly chop the pecans and measure out the cranberries and oats.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream.
03 - Place over medium heat and stir frequently as the butter melts and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
04 - Continue to stir and let the mixture bubble for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly and turns a light caramel color.
05 - Remove from heat immediately and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
06 - Add your chopped pecans and dried cranberries, stirring well to combine.
07 - Fold in the rolled oats until everything is evenly coated with the praline mixture.
08 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
09 - Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop mounds of the mixture onto the parchment, spacing them about an inch apart.
10 - Let the cookies cool completely at room temperature for about 30-40 minutes, or refrigerate to speed up the setting process.
11 - Once set, enjoy your cookies! Store leftovers in an airtight container.

# Notes:

01 - Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. For longer storage, refrigerate for about two weeks or freeze for up to two months.