Our No-Bake Church Window Cookies recipe is my go-to holiday cookie, because it only requires 5 ingredients, and it’s so quick and easy to make!

The line between candy and cookie is blurred with this chocolate-covered marshmallow confection, covered with shredded coconut and chopped walnuts (you can omit the last two if you aren’t a fan, or if there is an allergy).

No-bake cookie recipes are a great way to involve little kids in the kitchen! This Church Window Cookie recipe has lots of fun steps to keep kids busy and learning in the kitchen, like: stirring, measuring, and rolling.

 

No-Bake Church Window Cookies

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Have you ever been invited to a last minute cookie exchange or holiday party? Or, even better, has you child ever said, “hey, mom… I need cookies for the bake sale/ holiday party TOMORROW”, right before bedtime?

Have we got the perfect solution to your impromptu holiday baking needs!

This No-Bake Church Window Cookies Recipe:

• Yields: 28-30
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 1-2 minutes 
• Chill Time: 1-2 hours

Ingredients

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 bag (10.5 oz) pastel fun mini marshmallows
• 1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
• 2 cups shredded sweetened coconut 

Instructions

Step 1

In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter over low heat, stirring frequently. 

Step 2

Allow mixture to cool 5-10 minutes, so it doesn’t melt the marshmallows.

Step 3

While chocolate is cooling, prepare the rolling station by laying out 2 large pieces of parchment or wax paper on a working surface and evenly spread 1 cup of coconut.

Step 4

In a large bowl, mix the marshmallows and nuts. 

Step 5

Add chocolate over marshmallow mixture and stir to combine well. 

Step 6

Divide mixture in half and place on top of coconut. 

Step 7

Shape into logs and roll up tightly in paper. 

Step 8

Refrigerate 2-4 hours or until firm enough to cut **you can also freeze about 15 minutes to get a clean cut.

Step 9

Slice into ¼ inch thick cookies.

Step 10

Store in airtight container in a single layer with parchment paper separating layers. 

How do i store no-bake church window cookies?

Wrap your unsliced log of No-Bake Church Window Cookies tightly in plastic wrap, and a freezer bag (for added protection).

how long do no-bake church window cookies last?

They disappear pretty quickly in my house! *giggle*

You can refrigerate your No- Bake Church Window Cookies for up to a week before slicing and serving.

(Keeping the cookies unsliced until serving helps keep them fresh longer!)

can you freeze no-bake church window cookies?

Yes! To freeze the unsliced log of Church Window Cookies, wrap well in plastic wrap, and then place inside a freezer bag for added protection. You can freeze them for up to a month.

If you prefer slicing your cookies prior to freezing, package small quantities together, then wrap in plastic wrap, and place inside a freezer bag.

are no-bake church window cookies gluten free?

Yes! As long as you select gluten free marshmallows, gluten free chocolate chips, and be sure to check the label on the nuts and coconut to make sure they are safe, too.

Yield: 28-30 Cookies

No-Bake Church Window Cookies Recipe

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With only 5 ingredients, these No-Bake Church Window cookies are the perfect Christmas cookie! Simple, easy, and they don't require much time!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 2 minutes 1 second

Additional Time 2 hours 1 second

Total Time 2 hours 17 minutes 2 seconds

Ingredients

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 bag (10.5 oz) pastel mini marshmallows
• 1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
• 2 cups shredded sweetened coconut

Instructions

1. In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter over low heat, stirring frequently .
2. Allow mixture to cool 5-10 minutes, so it doesn’t melt the marshmallows.
3. While chocolate is cooling, prepare the rolling station by laying out 2 large pieces of parchment or wax paper on a working surface and evenly spread 1 cup of coconut.
4. In a large bowl, mix the marshmallows and nuts.
5. Add chocolate over marshmallow mixture and stir to combine well.
6. Divide mixture in half and place on top of coconut.
7. Shape into logs and roll up tightly in paper.
8. Refrigerate 2-4 hours or until firm enough to cut **you can also freeze about 15 minutes to get a clean cut.
9. Slice into ¼ inch thick cookies.
10. Store in airtight container in a single layer with parchment paper separating layers.

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Are you going to take your No-Bake Church Window Cookies to a Christmas party, or will you leave them out for Santa, instead?