Easy No Bake Maple Pecan Cookies

These no bake maple pecan cookies are the perfect quick and easy sweet treat—no baking, no mess, and minimal effort. With just a mix and chill, your kitchen stays cool, and cleanup is a breeze. You’ll likely have everything you need right in your pantry, and they’re beginner-friendly too. The classic combo of maple syrup and crunchy pecans makes each bite simply irresistible!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time2 20

Servings

Calories171

Author: Mandy Applegate

Ingredients

4 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup finely chopped pecans
2 ½ cups maple syrup
1 stick unsalted butter ½ cup

Instructions

Prepare your parchment paper.
Place the oatmeal and chopped pecans in a large mixing bowl and toss until fully combined. Set aside.
4 cups old fashioned oats, 1 cup finely chopped pecans
Slice the butter into portions of 2 tablespoons each. Place the sliced butter and syrup in a medium saucepan.
1 stick unsalted butter, 2 ½ cups maple syrup
Cook on medium-high heat over the stove, constantly stirring until the mixture reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer (this takes about 10 minutes). This step is the most important as the cookies will not be successful without the correct temperature being reached.
As soon as the syrup mixture comes to temperature, pour it over the oat mixture you set aside.
Quickly stir extremely well so that the syrup mixture is evenly distributed and not settle into any pockets or on the bottom.
Using a 1.9-inch cookie scoop (or smaller if you prefer), scoop out about 2 dozen cookies onto the parchment paper.
Immediately spray a flat, round-bottomed measuring cup or other similarly sized item, with nonstick cooking spray and use it to flatten each one of the cookie stacks. I tend to use a gloved hand to shape the edges to be more uniform for a pretty presentation after flattening.
Once you have finished flattening and shaping your cookies, leave them to sit for an hour. At the one-hour mark, use a gloved hand to flip them. They will still be slightly tacky and that’s ok! Allow them to sit for another hour after being flipped. Top with a whole pecan, and enjoy!

Notes

Airtight Container is King: The key to maintaining freshness is keeping moisture out. Invest in an airtight container or a sealable plastic bag for optimal storage.
Room Temperature or Fridge? Both work! If you plan on devouring the cookies within a few days, room temperature storage is perfectly fine. But for a longer shelf life (up to a week), consider storing them in the refrigerator.
Fridge Factor: If you choose the fridge route, be aware that the cookies might firm up a bit. To counteract this, simply let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before enjoying.
Freezing for the Future: Planning a future cookie emergency? No problem! Leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months. Just make sure they’re completely cool before placing them in a freezer-safe container. Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight when the craving strikes.

Nutrition

Disclaimer

Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.

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