Easy Lemon Oatmeal No-Bake Cookies
Deliciously chewy and tangy no-bake cookies made with oats, peanut butter, honey, and fresh lemon juice, perfect for snacks or meal prep.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats Use certified gluten-free if necessary.
- 1/2 cup peanut butter Natural, no-stir works best.
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
- 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed for the best flavor.
- Zest of 1 lemon Adds aromatic lemon flavor.
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut Optional; adds texture and tropical note.
- 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and shredded coconut if using.
- Mix until well combined and a sticky dough forms. Adjust consistency with more lemon juice or oats if necessary.
- Form the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1 to 1½ tablespoons of dough per cookie.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
For best results, double the batch and store the cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5-6 days. Can be frozen for longer storage; just let them soften slightly before serving.