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Lemon No Bake Cookies Recipe

Lemon No Bake Cookies Recipe

These Lemon No Bake Cookies are bright, zesty, and incredibly easy to make—perfect for summer or anytime you want a citrusy treat without turning on the oven. Packed with lemon flavor and a soft, chewy texture, they’re ready in minutes and always a crowd-pleaser. 👩‍🍳 Author: Use Default (Don’t Show) 👥 Servings: 4 people 💰 Estimated Cost: $5 ⏱️ Times: Prep Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 0 minutes Resting Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 20 minutes Total Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 30 minutes 📂 Categories: Cookies, No-Bake Recipes, Desserts 🍽️ Courses: Dessert, Snack 🌍 Cuisines: American 🔑 Keywords: lemon cookies, no bake cookies, summer dessert, easy lemon recipe, no bake treats
Prep Time 10 minutes
20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • Amount Unit Ingredient Notes
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups quick oats use gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut optional for texture
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips melted
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest fresh
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice fresh-squeezed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp salt

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk or spatula
  • 1 Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine melted white chocolate and butter.
  2. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  3. Add oats and shredded coconut; mix well to coat all dry ingredients.
  4. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop dollops onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Flatten slightly and shape into cookies.
  6. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until set.
  7. Enjoy immediately or store chilled in an airtight container.
  8. 🔢 Nutrition (Per Serving - Estimated):
  9. Calories: 320 kcal
  10. Carbs: 34g
  11. Fat: 20g
  12. Protein: 3g
  13. Sugar: 18g

Notes

For a vegan version, use vegan white chocolate and plant-based butter.
Add crushed freeze-dried raspberries for a fruity twist.
These cookies keep well in the fridge for up to 5 days.