Need help with no-bake oatmeal cookies that won't set

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Hello,

This is my first post, hello everyone I'm here because I really like the no-bake oatmeal cookies like the ones in the recipe below...


(I hope it's ok to post links)

...but I cannot get them right. My cookies don't set, they stay gooey. Even overnight in the fridge they always end up on the consistency spectrum somewhere between cookie dough to sticky mess. I remember these setting dry & flaky in what feels like another lifetime now, but I cannot seem to achieve this.

I've tried boiling for 60 seconds, 90 seconds, 1 minute. 2. Then 60 seconds again. I've attempted it while stirring both diligently and lazily. I've tried brown sugar, white sugar, cane sugar, all with no success. This deceptively simple recipe has defeated my best efforts.

Is anyone able to advise?
 
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Hello,

This is my first post, hello everyone I'm here because I really like the no-bake oatmeal cookies like the ones in the recipe below...


(I hope it's ok to post links)

...but I cannot get them right. My cookies don't set, they stay gooey. Even overnight in the fridge they always end up on the consistency spectrum somewhere between cookie dough to sticky mess. I remember these setting dry & flaky in what feels like another lifetime now, but I cannot seem to achieve this.

I've tried boiling for 60 seconds, 90 seconds, 1 minute. 2. Then 60 seconds again. I've attempted it while stirring both diligently and lazily. I've tried brown sugar, white sugar, cane sugar, all with no success. This deceptively simple recipe has defeated my best efforts.

Is anyone able to advise?
Since you’ve tried troubleshooting the recipe without success, contact that recipe developer directly for advice.

 
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It sounds like you're struggling with your no-bake oatmeal cookies. To ensure they set properly, try boiling your mixture for exactly 1 minute at a full rolling boil, which helps the sugar reach the soft ball stage necessary for setting. Also, make sure to measure your ingredients accurately and allow the cookies to cool at room temperature rather than refrigerating them, as this can help them set more effectively. Lastly, consider using a candy thermometer to check that your mixture reaches 235°F (112°C) to eliminate any guesswork. Best of luck, and I hope your next batch turns out great!
 

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