Irresistible No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies

Why You Should Try This Recipe

No-bake desserts are a lifesaver, especially when you’re short on time or it’s too hot to turn on the oven. Irresistible No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies perfectly blend sweet and salty flavors, making them an instant favorite. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a treat that everyone will love, without any baking involved. These cookies are quick to make and even quicker to disappear!

How to Make Irresistible No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies

Ingredients:

  • Sugar
  • Sweetened condensed milk
  • Butter
  • Chocolate chips
  • Sea salt
  • Oats

Directions:

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Cook over medium heat until it boils, stirring constantly.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until melted. Mix in oats until well combined.
  3. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto parchment paper and sprinkle with sea salt.
  4. Let them cool and set for about 30 minutes before enjoying!

How to Serve Irresistible No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies

Serve these cookies as a delightful dessert after dinner, or package them up to share with friends and family. They are great for parties, picnics, or simply as an afternoon treat with a cup of tea or coffee. You can also consider stacking them in a jar for a beautiful presentation.

How to Store Irresistible No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies

Store your no-bake cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can refrigerate them. Just make sure to separate layers with parchment paper to avoid sticking.

Tips to Make Irresistible No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies

  • Make sure to stir constantly while cooking the mixture to prevent burning.
  • Use old-fashioned oats for a better texture, but quick oats will work too.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of sea salt according to your taste. A little extra can enhance the flavors!

Variation

You can add nuts or dried fruits for more texture and flavor. Chopped pecans or walnuts can add a nice crunch, while raisins or dried cranberries can bring a sweet twist.

FAQs

Q: Can I use regular milk instead of sweetened condensed milk?
A: No, sweetened condensed milk is thicker and sweeter, which is essential for the texture and flavor in this recipe.

Q: How long do these cookies need to set?
A: They typically need about 30 minutes to cool and set properly, but you can refrigerate them to quicken the process.

Q: Can I freeze these cookies?
A: Yes, you can freeze them! Just make sure they are well wrapped to prevent freezer burn, and they can last for up to three months.

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Irresistible No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies

A quick and easy no-bake dessert combining sweet and salty flavors that everyone loves.

  • Author: alexa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup Butter
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips
  • 1/2 tsp Sea salt
  • 3 cups Oats

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Cook over medium heat until it boils, stirring constantly.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until melted. Mix in oats until well combined.
  3. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto parchment paper and sprinkle with sea salt.
  4. Let them cool and set for about 30 minutes before enjoying!

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Can be refrigerated or frozen for longer storage.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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