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Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe

Delicious Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies You’ll Love

Delight in these Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe, a quick and refreshing treat to satisfy your sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1/2 cup Butter Adds richness and moisture; can be swapped with coconut oil for a dairy-free treat.
  • 2 cups Sugar Sweetens the cookies; brown sugar can provide a caramel-like flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any kind works; almond milk is a great dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Brings zest; fresh juice is best.
  • 3 1/2 cups Rolled Oats Provides chewiness; quick oats can alter final texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Optional; adds more lemon flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances the sweetness.
For Variations
  • 2 cups Honey Alternative sweetener for a unique flavor.
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut For a tropical flair.
  • 1/4 cup Chia or Flax Seeds Boosts nutritional content.
  • 1/2 cup Almond Butter Dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • spoon or small ice cream scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat. Stir continuously for about 3-4 minutes until fully liquefied.
  2. Add 2 cups of sugar, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1/4 cup of lemon juice to the melted butter. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil for around 2 minutes.
  3. Let the mixture simmer for 1 minute while stirring occasionally. Then, remove from heat.
  4. Incorporate 3 1/2 cups of rolled oats, 1 tablespoon of optional lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Using a spoon or small scoop, drop spoonfuls onto wax or parchment paper, spacing them evenly.
  6. Allow cookies to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
  7. Once firm, serve and enjoy your cookies, or store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cookies can be customized with different sweeteners and add-ins like coconut or nuts for added texture.

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