Description
Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies are a refreshing, guilt-free treat that combines zesty lemon and hearty oats in an easy-to-make recipe. These chewy cookies require no baking, making them perfect for quick snacks or desserts. Each bite bursts with citrus flavor, evoking memories of sunny days. Ideal for picnics or cozy evenings at home, they’re a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth while enjoying wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Clean your countertop and gather all ingredients.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until evenly coated.
- Scoop portions of the mixture into cookie rounds and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (27g)
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to add chocolate chips or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture variations. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or refrigerate for up to two weeks.
