No Bake Maple Pecan Cookies – Rich, Chewy, and Sweet with the Perfect Nutty Crunch and a Deep Maple Flavor
- ER Kent
- Aug 10, 2025
- 2 min read
No Bake Maple Pecan Cookies bring bold maple flavor and a chewy, nutty bite with zero time in the oven. These cookies are made with simple ingredients, including oats, real maple syrup, butter, and finely chopped pecans. They’re quick to make, deliciously sticky, and the perfect treat for maple lovers.
The Inspiration Behind No Bake Maple Pecan Cookies
Maple syrup has long been a staple in North American kitchens, especially in regions known for tapping trees in early spring.
These cookies are inspired by old-fashioned sugar shack flavors—sweet, rich, and satisfying without being overly fussy. They’re easy, nostalgic, and can be whipped up in under 30 minutes from start to finish.
Why You’ll Love These No Bake Maple Pecan Cookies
No baking needed: Perfect for warm days or quick desserts.
Real maple syrup: Brings a deep, authentic flavor.
Chewy texture with crunch: The oats and pecans balance beautifully.
Great for parties, lunchboxes, or late-night snacking.
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
Pair with coffee or hot tea, or serve as an after-school treat. For a dessert platter, they go great next to chocolate fudge, shortbread, or other bite-sized sweets.
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Refrigerate for a firmer cookie or freeze for up to 2 months.
Best texture comes after at least 2 hours of cooling.
Fun Facts About Maple Syrup and Pecans
Real maple syrup is made by boiling sap collected from maple trees, and it takes about 40 gallons of sap to make 1 gallon of syrup.
Pecans are native to North America and have been harvested for centuries.
The combination of oats, butter, and syrup is inspired by old-school no-bake cookie recipes passed down through generations.
No Bake Maple Pecan Cookies are proof that sometimes the simplest recipes are the most satisfying. Sticky, nutty, and full of deep maple flavor, they’re a quick and easy treat you’ll make again and again.
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Storage Tips
Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to a week in the refrigerator.
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Variations
Try swapping half of the pecans with walnuts for a different flavor.
Notes
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In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract, cooking until fully combined.
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Add the oats and chopped pecans to the saucepan, stirring until thoroughly coated with the maple mixture.
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Using a tablespoon, scoop out the mixture and form it into small cookie shapes, placing each one onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Let the cookies sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
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While the cookies chill, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until a smooth icing forms.
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Drizzle the vanilla icing over the chilled cookies. Allow the icing to set before serving.
Instructions
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup pecan halves, chopped
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Cookies
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Vanilla Icing
No Bake Maple Pecan Cookies
Home Cook
ER Kent
Delight in these easy-to-make No Bake Maple Pecan Cookies, rich with oats and drizzled with a sweet vanilla icing.
Servings :
24 cookies
Calories:
150
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
Chill Time 30 mins
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