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Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe

Delicious Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe

Enjoy the refreshing taste of Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe—an easy, delightful treat for any sweet craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Mixture
  • 1/2 cup butter substitute coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 2 cups sugar brown sugar can be used for a caramel flavor
  • 1/2 cup milk any type of milk works, almond milk is a great substitute
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch
  • 3 1/2 cups rolled oats quick oats can alter the texture
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest orange zest can be substituted for a different twist
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract feel free to adjust according to preference
  • a pinch salt balances sweetness and enhances flavor
Optional Add-Ins
  • chocolate chips for a sweet, gooey element
  • nuts or seeds provides added crunch and nutrition
  • dried fruits consider adding raisins or cranberries for sweetness

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Combine sugar, milk, and lemon juice with the melted butter. Stir until well combined and bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for 1 minute while stirring continuously.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in oats, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well blended and sticky.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto parchment paper, spaced about 2 inches apart. Shape about 10-12 cookies.
  6. Let the cookies sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to set. For quicker cooling, refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  7. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These no-bake cookies are easy to make and can be customized with various add-ins for personal preference.

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