Description

These Lemon Oatmeal No Bake Cookies offer a refreshing twist on traditional no bake cookies by incorporating zesty lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon essential oil for a bright and tangy flavor. With wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, chia seeds, shredded coconut, and Greek yogurt, these cookies are easy to prepare without any baking, making a perfect quick and healthy treat that sets quickly in the fridge or freezer.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup milk
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon arrowroot starch
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1/3 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon essential oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Prepare the baking sheet: Line your baking sheet with parchment paper, leaving some edges hanging off the sides to help lift the cookies off easily later.
Cook the base mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk granulated sugar and arrowroot starch together until combined. Add butter and milk, stirring continuously for 3 to 4 minutes until mixture thickens slightly and small bubbles appear, which is essential for cookie structure.
Add flavoring ingredients: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon essential oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and glossy, adding tanginess and moisture.
Incorporate dry ingredients: Fold in rolled oats, shredded coconut, and chia seeds, stirring until the oats are well coated and the mixture holds together when pressed. If too loose, let it rest for 2 minutes to allow chia seeds to absorb moisture.
Form the cookies: Using a two-tablespoon scoop or spoon, drop rounded mounds onto the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart. Gently press the tops down slightly for uniformity and even setting.
Chill to set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes or freezer for 5 minutes until cookies are firm to the touch and hold their shape.

Notes

Ensure the mixture thickens and forms small bubbles to achieve the correct consistency for setting.
Using lemon essential oil intensifies the lemon flavor but can be substituted with additional lemon zest if unavailable.
Resting the mixture before shaping helps chia seeds absorb moisture, aiding firm cookie texture.
Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and firm.
For a vegan or dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil and use a plant-based milk and yogurt alternative.