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Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies Recipe

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These Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies are a zesty, healthy treat combining the wholesome goodness of oats with the refreshing zing of lemon. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey and bound together by creamy peanut butter, these easy-to-make cookies require no baking and are perfect for a quick snack or light dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the rolled oats, peanut butter, maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. This mixture forms the base of your no-bake cookies.
  2. Mix Thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients together until fully combined and the mixture achieves a thick and sticky consistency that holds together well.
  3. Shape Cookies: Use your hands or a spoon to scoop out small portions from the mixture, then roll them into balls or flatten them into traditional cookie shapes as desired.
  4. Chill to Set: Arrange the shaped cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate and place them in the refrigerator. Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the cookies to firm up and hold their shape.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once chilled and set, your lemon oatmeal no-bake cookies are ready to be enjoyed as a refreshing snack or a light dessert.

Notes

  • For nut allergies, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey to taste.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Mix in chopped nuts or dried fruits for added texture if desired.
  • These cookies are not baked and therefore maintain a chewy and fresh texture.

Keywords: lemon cookies, no-bake cookies, oatmeal cookies, healthy snacks, peanut butter cookies, quick dessert