The Vegan No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Praline Cookies are delicious. We made them with pecans, cranberries, quick oats, butter, sugar, heavy cream, & vanilla extract. These cookies contain 3 grams of protein and 300 calories per serving. They become ready to serve in just 45 minutes. Store these Vegan No-Bake Cranberry Pecan Praline Cookies for seven days in the refrigerator. You may serve these cookies with berry oatmeal, coconut whipped cream, vegan yogurt bowl, banana smoothie, or afternoon tea platter.
STATS:
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Serving size: 1 cookie
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Diet: Vegan
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Serving: 12 cookies
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking sheet
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Baking paper
- Medium saucepan
- Cookie scoop
INGREDIENTS:
COOKIES:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- Half cup brown sugar
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- Half cup vegan butter
- 1 cup quick oats
- Half cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup vegan heavy cream
- PRALINE TOPPING:
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- Half cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vegan heavy cream
- Half tsp vanilla extract
GARNISH:
- 2 tbsp chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries
INGREDIENT NOTES:
PECANS:
- They give a nutty taste and pleasant crunch to the cookies. We use finely chopped pecans so they mix evenly in the dessert. You may utilize sunflower seeds as per your preference.
DRIED CRANBERRIES:
- Cranberries include natural chewiness and a slightly tart taste. They make the cookies colorful and delicious. You may use raisins as an alternative.
VEGAN HEAVY CREAM:
- Heavy cream makes the mixture smooth and rich. It keeps the mixture from getting dry. You may include full-fat canned coconut milk as another idea.
VEGAN BUTTER:
- Butter gives richness and helps the smooth praline-style mixture to hold the cookies together. Include coconut oil if you are not using vegan butter.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, cover the sheet with baking paper, then add vegan butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vegan cream to the saucepan.
- Warm the ingredients over a medium flame and boil gently, then cook for two minutes.
- Turn off the flame, then stir in vanilla, oats, pecans, and dried cranberries.
- Drop spoonfuls on the sheet and gently flatten the cookies, then chill them for 30 minutes.
- Melt vegan butter and vegan cream together, then remove the mixture from the flame.
- Whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then drizzle the topping on the chilled cookies.
- Include chopped pecans and dried cranberries on top and chill the cookies for 10 minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
HOT DRINKS:
- Cinnamon Tea
- Vanilla Chai
- Vegan Hot Chocolate
- Ginger Tea
BREAKFAST:
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Vegan Yogurt Bowl
- Banana Smoothie
- Berry Oatmeal
DESSERT:
- Fresh Berries
- Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream
- Vegan Chocolate Sauce
- Coconut Whipped Cream
PARTIES:
- Vegan Cookie Platter
- Holiday Dessert Board
- Christmas Cookie Tray
- Afternoon Tea Platter
TIPS:
- To prevent burning, constantly stir the sugar mixture as it boils.
- Turn off the heat and add the oats, pecans, and cranberries to the mixture.
- The cookies will firm up and taste better if you chill them before serving.
- To make it easier to remove the cookies after they have chilled, use baking paper in the recipe.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store these cooled coo$kies in a closed box for 7 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze this dessert in the container for two months.
FAQs:
Can I make these cookies without pecans?
- Yes, you can replace them with almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds.
Does this recipe work well with fresh cranberries?
- No, for improved chewiness and sweetness, you should add dried cranberries.
Can vegan heavy cream be substituted with coconut cream?
- Yes, coconut cream gives a little of coconut flavor and works flawlessly in this dish.
Why do I think the cookies aren’t solid enough?
- For a firmer texture, properly chill the cookies or extend the refrigerator period.
Can I prepare these cookies in advance?
- Yes, you may make these cookies ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator.
Should we omit this dessert’s praline topping?
- Yes, if you want a lighter dessert, you can omit the topping.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 300 kcal
Net carbs: 40 g
Iron: 1.4 g
Total carbs: 44 g
Vitamin A: 250 IU
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 30 g
Protein: 3 g
Sodium: 105 mg
Potassium: 130 mg
