Description
These Lemon Oatmeal No Bake Cookies are a zesty twist on classic no-bake cookies. With their chewy texture, vibrant lemon flavor, and quick prep time, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without turning on the oven. The instant lemon pudding mix adds a sunny burst of citrus, while quick oats provide the ideal chewy consistency. Whether you’re looking for a quick treat or a fun baking project, these cookies deliver big on flavor and simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups sugar
- ¾ cup butter (unsalted preferred, but salted works too)
- ⅔ cup milk (whole milk recommended)
- 1 small box instant lemon pudding (3.4 oz)
- 3½ cups quick oats
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Create the Base Mixture: In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and milk over medium heat. Stir occasionally until melted and bring to a full rolling boil.
- Boil with Precision: Let the mixture boil for exactly 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. It should thicken slightly and become glossy.
- Add Flavoring Agents: Remove from heat and immediately stir in vanilla extract, followed by the lemon pudding mix. Whisk until smooth.
- Incorporate the Oats: Add quick oats to the mixture and stir thoroughly until evenly coated.
- Form and Set the Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a wax paper-lined cookie sheet. Allow to cool at room temperature for 30-45 minutes until firm.
Notes
Tips & Tricks for Perfect Lemon Oatmeal No Bake Cookies:
- Precise Timing Matters: Boiling the mixture for exactly 5 minutes ensures the cookies set properly without being sticky or crumbly.
- Use Quick Oats: Quick oats absorb moisture faster and create the ideal chewy texture. Old-fashioned oats can work but may require longer setting time.
- Work Quickly: The mixture thickens as it cools, so drop the cookies onto the sheet promptly after mixing.
- Room Temperature Setting: Avoid placing cookies in the fridge to speed up setting—this can cause condensation and affect texture.
- Customize with Zest: Add fresh lemon zest to the mixture for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (1/24th of recipe)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: lemon oatmeal cookies, no bake cookies, lemon dessert, easy cookies