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Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies

Zesty Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies for Easy Summer Snacking

Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies are a quick and healthy dessert option that’s as easy to whip up as it is to enjoy.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats opt for certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter, can be replaced with sunflower seed butter for nut allergies
  • ½ cup maple syrup or honey
  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest be sure to zest before juicing the lemon
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice fresh juice is preferred over bottled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt just a pinch enhances flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • baking tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned rolled oats, the zest of one lemon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
  2. In another bowl, combine the natural peanut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, form the dough into small cookies and place them on a parchment-lined baking tray.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the cookies to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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