Description
These delightful Lemon Oatmeal No Bake Cookies offer a refreshing twist on a classic no-bake treat. They feature a bright, zesty burst of fresh lemon that perfectly complements hearty oats, creating a chewy, soft texture without the need for an oven. Quick, convenient, and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside 3 cups quick-cooking oats in a large heat-proof bowl. Add 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the oats. If using, add 1/2 cup white chocolate chips.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Once boiling, continue to boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Immediately remove from heat.
- Pour the hot sugar mixture over the oats, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and optional white chocolate chips. Stir quickly and thoroughly until all oats are coated and the mixture is well combined and thick.
- Working quickly, drop spoonfuls (about 1.5-2 tablespoons each) of the mixture onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Let cookies cool at room temperature for 15-20 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for 30-60 minutes, or until fully set and firm.
- Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg