Description
Delightful no-bake pecan coconut praline cookies deliver sweet Southern charm with minimal effort. Rich caramel notes and nutty crunch create an irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Praline Filling:
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Topping:
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp pecans, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut
Instructions
- Pulverize graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin, ensuring a uniform texture for the base layer.
- Melt butter and blend with granulated sugar, creating a cohesive mixture that will bind the graham cracker foundation.
- Press the buttery graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined 9×9-inch pan, creating an even, compact base layer.
- Toast chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, releasing their rich nutty essence.
- Combine brown sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup, and butter in a saucepan, heating to a rolling boil while continuously stirring to prevent scorching.
- Cook the praline mixture until it reaches 235-240°F on a candy thermometer, creating a luscious caramel-like consistency.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract, salt, toasted pecans, and shredded coconut, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Pour the warm praline filling evenly over the graham cracker base, spreading carefully to cover the entire surface.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in the microwave or using a double boiler, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle melted chocolate across the praline layer, then immediately sprinkle with finely chopped pecans and additional shredded coconut.
- Refrigerate for 2-3 hours until completely set and firm, allowing flavors to meld and texture to stabilize.
- Cut into squares, serving chilled for maximum flavor and structural integrity.
Notes
- Toast pecans carefully to enhance their nutty flavor without burning, watching the skillet closely and stirring frequently.
- Use a candy thermometer for precise praline temperature, ensuring the perfect caramel-like consistency without crystallization.
- Opt for high-quality dark chocolate with 60-70% cocoa content to balance the sweetness of the praline and add depth of flavor.
- For gluten-free adaptation, replace graham crackers with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to maintain the base’s texture and structure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 242
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 53 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg