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Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies

A quick and tangy no-bake cookie recipe that blends quick-cooking oats, rolled oats, and lemon ingredients with white chocolate chips. This budget-friendly dessert requires minimal prep and no oven
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 5
Calories 490 kcal

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe Mixing Bowl
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Large Sheet of Wax Paper
  • Saucepan (for optional melting or warming)
  • Cookie Sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup Rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Melted
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup White chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 –3 tbsp Fresh lemon juice From a large lemon
  • 1 –2 tsp Lemon zest Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Lemon extract
  • 1 tbsp Peanut butter Optional
  • A pinch — Salt

Instructions
 

  • Instructions
  • Step 1 – Gather Ingredients & Equipment
  • Collect all ingredients and equipment. Ensure you have a microwave-safe mixing bowl, a cookie scoop, a large sheet of wax paper, and (if desired) a pressure cooker for optional warming steps.
  • Step 2 – Mix Dry Ingredients
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats, rolled oats, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir these dry ingredients evenly.
  • Step 3 – Incorporate the Wet Ingredients
  • Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe container or in a saucepan. Pour the melted butter into the dry mixture. Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon extract. Stir until the mixture starts to come together.
  • Step 4 – Add Special Ingredients
  • Mix in the white chocolate chips and unsweetened shredded coconut. If you choose to add peanut butter for extra creaminess, now is the time to stir it in gently.
  • Step 5 – Form the Cookies
  • Using a cookie scoop, portion the mixture onto a large sheet of wax paper. Form each scoop into a slightly flattened circle. This helps the cookies set evenly.
  • Step 6 – Set the Cookies
  • Place the formed cookies in the fridge. Let them rest for about 1 hour until they firm up. If you prefer a softer texture, you may leave them at room temperature, but the fridge is recommended for a chewier consistency.
  • Step 7 – Serve and Enjoy
  • Once set, remove the cookies from the fridge. They are now ready to serve as a delightful, tangy snack.

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Notes

  • This no-bake recipe requires no oven. It uses simple mixing steps and minimal equipment.
  • The pressure cooker is optional and may be used to speed up the melting of butter or white chocolate if desired.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to match your preferred level of tanginess.
  • Refrigerating the cookies for the full hour ensures they set properly and achieve a chewy texture.
  • This recipe is designed for 5 servings. Adjust the quantities if you need a different serving size.