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Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe

Zesty Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe

A refreshing, no-bake treat that combines zesty lemon flavors with wholesome ingredients for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: Dessert
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can be swapped with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Sugar Granulated sugar; brown sugar can be used for a caramel flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any milk, including almond milk for a nut-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Use fresh juice for the best flavor.
  • 3 cups Rolled Oats Quick oats can be used for different texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances lemon flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Add more for extra sweetness.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Spoon or cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, stirring gently until it bubbles, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add sugar, milk, and lemon juice to the melted butter, stirring well. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and boil for 1 minute while stirring, then remove from heat.
  3. Mix in rolled oats, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined and oats are coated, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a wax or parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between cookies. Aim for about 12-15 cookies.
  5. Allow the cookies to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to harden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a vegan option, replace butter with coconut oil and sugar with honey. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature.

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