Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies Recipe
These Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies are a refreshing and healthy treat combining zesty lemon flavor with wholesome oats and nut butter. Quick to make without any baking, they are perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert, featuring natural sweeteners and optional crunchy additions like shredded coconut or nuts.
- Author: lina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew butter)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut or chopped nuts
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats and a pinch of salt to evenly distribute the salt through the oats.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the nut butter, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry oats bowl. Use a spatula to stir well, ensuring all the oats are coated evenly with the wet ingredients.
- Add Optional Toppings: If using, fold shredded coconut or chopped nuts into the oat mixture to add texture and flavor.
- Form Cookies: Line a baking sheet or plate with parchment paper. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape them into cookies by hand or with a spoon, placing them evenly spaced on the parchment.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the cookies for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape.
- Serve and Store: Once set, the cookies are ready to be enjoyed. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge to keep them fresh.
Notes
- Use nut butter of choice depending on dietary preference or allergy considerations.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Adding shredded coconut or nuts is optional but enhances texture and flavor.
- If the mixture feels too dry, add a little extra lemon juice or nut butter to bind better.
- These cookies must be kept refrigerated and are best eaten within 3-5 days.
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