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Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe

Lemon Oatmeal Cookies No-Bake Recipe That's Truly Irresistible

A quick and easy Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies recipe that satisfies your sweet tooth in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Mixture
  • 1/2 cup butter For a lighter option, swap with coconut oil.
  • 2 cups sugar Granulated sugar is standard, but brown sugar adds a caramel note.
  • 1/2 cup milk Any milk works, including almond milk for dairy-free.
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Always use fresh lemons for best taste.
  • 3 1/2 cups rolled oats Feel free to use quick oats but note they change the texture.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Optional, but adds great flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adjust to your liking if you adore vanilla.
  • Pinch salt Balances the sweetness perfectly.
For Optional Add-ins
  • shredded coconut Adds a hint of tropical flair.
  • grated orange peel For a different citrusy note.
  • ground ginger Experiment with this spice for a warm kick.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Spoon or cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, add 1/2 cup of butter and melt it over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until frothy and bubbling.
  2. Stir in 2 cups of sugar, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil for about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for 1 minute while stirring to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 3 1/2 cups of rolled oats, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet and let them set for about 30 minutes.
  6. Once hardened, enjoy your cookies or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Avoid overboiling to maintain chewiness, and always use fresh lemons for the best flavor.

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