Description
These Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies are a refreshing and healthy treat that requires no oven time. Combining zesty lemon juice and zest with wholesome oats and almond flour, sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, these cookies offer a chewy texture and vibrant flavor. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, they are easy to prepare and require just chilling time to set.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the rolled oats, almond flour, and salt until evenly combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredient bowl and stir thoroughly until well combined. If using, fold in the shredded coconut evenly throughout the mixture.
- Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and gently press them into small cookie shapes, ensuring they hold together.
- Chill Cookies: Place the shaped cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and develop flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy these no-bake lemon oatmeal cookies straight from the fridge as a refreshing, chewy treat.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, almond flour can be substituted with oat flour.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey according to taste.
- Adding shredded coconut is optional but provides extra texture and flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats.
