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Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies

Zesty Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies for Bright Days

Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies are light, refreshing bites with tangy lemon and chewy oats, quick and easy to prepare.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats Provides texture and fiber.
  • ½ cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter) Binding agent, alternative: sunflower seed butter for allergies.
  • ½ cup maple syrup (or honey) Natural sweetness, maple for complexity.
  • cup coconut oil (melted) Firms up cookies when chilled.
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Provides intense citrus flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Bright acidity to balance sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth to flavor.
  • pinch salt Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats with a pinch of salt. Stir until the oats are evenly coated.
  2. In another bowl, mix together ½ cup of natural peanut butter (or almond butter), ½ cup of maple syrup (or honey), ⅓ cup of melted coconut oil, zest and juice of one lemon. Combine until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet mixture over the oats and salt mixture. Gently fold until fully combined and sticky.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Form heaping tablespoonfuls into cookie rounds, spacing them apart.
  5. Refrigerate cookies for at least 30 minutes, or until firm to the touch.
  6. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer enjoyment.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These cookies are customizable with various add-ins such as nuts or seeds. For gluten-free, ensure oats are certified gluten-free.

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