Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies Recipe
Bright, chewy, and made without an oven, these Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies are quick, easy, and packed with sunny citrus flavor—perfect for any season.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Microplane/zester
- Cookie scoop or spoon
- Wax or parchment paper
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- ¼ cup coconut oil or butter
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla or lemon extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: ⅓ cup shredded coconut, white chocolate chips, or chia seeds
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt coconut oil and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest, juice, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Fold in oats and optional add-ins until fully combined.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined tray using a cookie scoop or spoon.
- Flatten slightly and allow to set at room temp (30–60 mins) or refrigerate for 20 mins.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
- For more lemon flavor, add an extra ½ tsp lemon extract or zest.
- Add a pinch of turmeric for color (it won't affect the flavor).
- For firmer cookies, use less juice or chill longer.