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Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe

Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe for a Zesty Delight

Enjoy these Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe, a quick treat bursting with citrus flavor and perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • ½ cup Butter Coconut oil can be substituted for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar enhances flavor.
  • ½ cup Milk Any type works; almond milk is a great dairy-free option.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh juice preferred.
  • 3 cups Rolled Oats Quick oats can be substituted but will alter the texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Optional but recommended for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Increases richness.
  • Salt A pinch to balance sweetness.
For the Variations
  • Unsweetened Shredded Coconut Optional; enhances texture and flavor.
  • ½ cup Honey A natural sweetener for the variation.
  • ¼ cup Coconut Oil Makes cookies vegan-friendly.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • parchment paper
  • Spoon or cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the base: In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup of butter (or coconut oil) over medium heat, stirring continuously for about 2 minutes.
  2. Combine the ingredients: Stir in 1 cup of sugar, ½ cup of milk, and ¼ cup of fresh lemon juice into the melted mixture, bringing it to a gentle boil for 1 minute.
  3. Mix in oats and flavors: Remove from heat and add 3 cups of rolled oats, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Shape the cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto parchment paper, about 2 inches apart.
  5. Allow to set: Let cookies cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes until firm.
  6. Prepare the variation: Combine 3 cups of rolled oats with 1 cup of shredded coconut, melt together ½ cup of honey and ¼ cup of coconut oil.
  7. Form and chill: Shape the coconut mixture into cookies and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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