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Tangy Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies Recipe

Tangy Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies Recipe


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  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 25 1x

Description

Lemon oatmeal no-bake cookies provide a zesty twist on classic comfort treats. Sweet, tangy morsels combine simple ingredients for quick kitchen magic without an oven, delighting dessert enthusiasts with minimal effort.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups (720 ml) quick oats
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 2 tbsps fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp lemon extract (optional, for stronger flavor)
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Drizzle of melted white chocolate
  • Additional lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prep Surface: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cookie placement and clean removal.
  2. Create Syrup Base: In a medium saucepan, meld butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and milk over medium heat, stirring until a smooth, glossy liquid forms.
  3. Boil and Infuse: Elevate heat, allowing the mixture to reach a vigorous boil while stirring continuously for one minute; then remove from heat and introduce vanilla extract, lemon extract, fresh lemon juice, and zesty lemon zest to develop a bright, citrusy profile.
  4. Integrate Dry Components: Fold rolled oats and salt into the warm liquid, ensuring complete and uniform incorporation, creating a cohesive mixture with balanced texture and flavor.
  5. Shape Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, deposit uniform dollops onto the prepared baking sheet, gently flattening each to create consistent shape and thickness.
  6. Set and Finish: Allow cookies to solidify at room temperature for 30 minutes, or accelerate setting by chilling in the refrigerator for 15 minutes; optionally drizzle with melted white chocolate and garnish with additional lemon zest for an elegant, sophisticated presentation.

Notes

  • Prevent Sugar Crystallization: Stir continuously while heating sugars to ensure smooth, glossy texture without grainy consistency.
  • Control Boiling Time Precisely: Exactly one minute of boiling creates perfect cookie setting; over or under-boiling affects final texture dramatically.
  • Optimize Lemon Flavor Balance: Use fresh lemon zest and juice for vibrant citrus notes, avoiding artificial extracts that can taste harsh or chemical-like.
  • Achieve Ideal Cookie Consistency: Let cookies set at room temperature for best texture; refrigeration speeds process but might slightly alter cookie’s soft, chewy nature.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 25
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 50 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg