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Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies

Zesty Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies in Just 15 Minutes

Delicious Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies that are quick to prepare and full of citrus flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups rolled oats opt for gluten-free oats for gluten-free version
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut if not available, add more oats
  • ¾ cup honey substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option
  • ¼ cup coconut oil can be swapped with unsalted butter
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest can use orange zest if desired
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice always use fresh for best taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can be replaced with almond extract
  • a pinch salt balances the sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Small Saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of rolled oats and 1 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt ¾ cup of honey and ¼ cup of coconut oil over low heat, stirring gently until smooth.
  3. Stir in the zest of 1 lemon, ¼ cup of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Pour the warm mixture over the oats and coconut and fold together until evenly coated.
  5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and scoop out portions of the dough, flattening slightly.
  6. Cover the baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Serve with tea or coffee, and store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These cookies are easy to customize with various add-ins like nuts or dark chocolate chips.

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