No Bake Preacher Cookies

Back in the day, when surprise guests were as common as dandelions in the spring meadow, us country folks needed a fail-proof plan for hospitality. Preacher cookies, also known charmingly as “no bake cookies” or “cow patties,” originated from this very tradition. When the preacher came a-calling with very little warning, these quick confections were the answer to serving up something sweet without the need for a hot oven or a larder full of fancy ingredients.

They say the recipe was born out of necessity, but it has since passed down through the generations and across kitchen tables, with each family adding their own loving twist. You might want to make these hearty cookies because, just like a good story, they don’t require much – a few pantry staples and a little patience – and there’s no fuss of baking. Whether you’ve got company coming or you’re craving something sweet for yourself, these preacher cookies are sure to satisfy.