Sure! Here are a few no-bake sweet treat recipes that can be prepared in two class periods of 42 minutes each:
1. Chocolate Energy Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup peanut butter or almond butter
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup chocolate chips or dried fruits
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix together the oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Place the energy bites onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Time Estimate:
- Mixing: 15 minutes
- Rolling and refrigerating: 30 minutes (can be done in the second period)
2. Fruit and Yogurt Parfaits
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 2-3 cups mixed fresh fruits (like berries, banana, or kiwi)
- 1 cup granola
- Honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions:
- In a clear cup or jar, layer ingredients starting with a layer of yogurt.
- Add a layer of mixed fruits.
- Sprinkle a layer of granola on top.
- Repeat the layers until the container is filled.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup if desired.
Time Estimate:
- Preparing ingredients (washing fruits, setting up): 20 minutes
- Assembling the parfaits: 15-20 minutes (can be done in class one, assemble in class two)
3. No-Bake Cheesecake Cups
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream or cool whip
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Toppings (like fruit, chocolate sauce, or caramel)
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped cream until fully combined to get a light, creamy mixture.
- In serving cups, layer graham cracker crumbs, cheesecake mixture, and your choice of toppings.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Time Estimate:
- Mixing and layering: 30 minutes in the first period
- Refrigerating and serving: 15 minutes in the second period
4. Chocolate Dipped Pretzels
Ingredients:
- Pretzel rods or twists
- 1 cup chocolate chips (or more depending on quantity)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions:
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Dip each pretzel into the chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Place the dipped pretzels on parchment paper and decorate with sprinkles if desired.
- Allow the pretzels to set at room temperature or refrigerate to speed up the firming process.
Time Estimate:
- Melting and dipping: 20-30 minutes in the first period
- Decorating and setting: 15-20 minutes in the second period
Feel free to choose any of these easy, fun, and delicious no-bake sweet treats for your class! Enjoy!