Description
These 3 Ingredient No Bake Lemon Oatmeal Cookies are a quick and easy treat combining creamy white chocolate with zesty lemon and wholesome oats. Ready in just 10 minutes, these no-bake cookies are perfect for a refreshing, light dessert or snack without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup (164 g) white chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp (57 g) quick oats
Instructions
- Prepare Cookie Sheet: Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Melt White Chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl and heat in 15-30 second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate using a double boiler on the stove.
- Incorporate Lemon Juice: Using a whisk, blend in the lemon juice until the mixture becomes uniform in color and smooth, indicating thorough incorporation.
- Add Zest and Oats: Switch to a spatula and fold in the lemon zest and quick oats until evenly distributed. The mixture should be thick and hold together well.
- Form Cookies: Use a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop to drop dollops of batter onto the prepared sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each dollop gently with the back of a spoon into a roughly 1/4 inch thick round disk, shaping the edges as desired. Cookies will not change shape once set.
- Optional Garnish and Chill: Sprinkle additional lemon zest on top of cookies for extra flavor and color if desired. Refrigerate the cookies for 30 minutes to 1 hour until firm and set.
- Serve and Store: Allow cookies to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before enjoying for a softer texture or eat chilled for a firmer bite. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use quick oats for best texture; old-fashioned oats may alter the consistency.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute white chocolate chips with a vegan alternative.
- Adjust lemon zest amount to taste for milder or stronger lemon flavor.
- Cookies do not bake or cook further, so shaping before chilling is important.
- Cookies keep well refrigerated for up to one week and freeze well for longer storage.
