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Easy Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies (Zesty, Quick & No Oven Needed)


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  • Author: Inas Recipes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Bright and zesty no-bake cookies made with oats and fresh lemon flavor, perfect for a quick and refreshing treat.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups quick oats
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, melt butter, sugar, and milk over medium heat.
  2. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add oats and mix until fully coated.
  5. Drop spoonfuls onto parchment paper.
  6. Let cookies cool for 20–30 minutes until firm.

Notes

Work quickly when shaping the cookies before the mixture sets. Adjust lemon zest for a stronger citrus flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg