Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies: Quick, Refreshing & Guilt-Free

Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies are a refreshing treat that combines zesty lemon flavor with hearty oats, perfect for warm days and dietary preferences.

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Prep Time 10

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Snacks

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookies

2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
0.5 cup maple syrup or honey
0.25 cup coconut oil melted
1 tablespoon lemon zest zest from one lemon
0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
pinch salt

For Serving Suggestions

shredded unsweetened coconut
mini chocolate chips
dried berries e.g., blueberries or cranberries

Equipment

mixing bowl
spatula
cookie scoop
baking sheet
Parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Combine 2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats in a mixing bowl.
Mix together 1 cup of natural peanut butter, ½ cup of maple syrup, and ¼ cup of melted coconut oil in another bowl. Stir in zest and juice of lemon and 1 tsp of vanilla until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with oats and mix well until coated.
Shape the mixture into cookies approximately 1-2 inches in diameter and place them on a lined baking sheet.
Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until firm.
Enjoy the cookies immediately or store in airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor. Adjust the consistency of the mixture by adding more peanut butter or coconut oil as needed.

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