Remove the saucepan from heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Next, fold in:
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Old-fashioned oats
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Toasted pecans
The mixture should be thick, sticky, and chunky.
Step 4 — Scoop the Cookies
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop mounds onto parchment or wax paper.
Shape lightly if needed, but don’t flatten — the rustic look is part of their charm!
Step 5 — Let Them Set
Allow cookies to cool for 20–30 minutes until firm enough to pick up.
If your kitchen is warm, you can refrigerate them to speed up setting.
⭐ Texture Notes
These cookies turn out:
✨ Soft
✨ Chewy
✨ Caramel-like
✨ Loaded with crunchy toasted pecans
They’re like a cross between pecan pralines + oatmeal cookies, but easier!
💡 Recipe Variations
Chocolate Butter Pecan
Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder to the sugar mixture.
Maple Pecan
Replace half the sugar with pure maple syrup.
Coconut Pecan No-Bake Cookies
Add ½ cup shredded coconut for richer texture.
Salted Caramel Version
Sprinkle sea salt on top before the cookies set.
📦 Storage Instructions
Room Temperature:
Keep in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Refrigerator:
Store for 10–12 days.
Freezer:
Freeze for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
❓ FAQ
Why didn’t my cookies set?
You didn’t boil the mixture long enough — 1 minute of bubbling is essential.
Can I use quick oats?
Yes, but the texture will be softer and less chewy.
Can I make these nut-free?
Swap pecans for sunflower seeds or omit entirely.
🎉 Conclusion
These Butter Pecan No-Bake Cookies are the ultimate quick dessert — irresistibly sweet, nutty, and chewy with warm caramel flavors in every bite. Whether you make them for holidays, parties, snacks, or edible gifts, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast.
Simple ingredients. Zero baking. Maximum deliciousness.
