Lemon no bake cookies Easter always remind me of the first warm day of spring when my mom would open the kitchen window and let the breeze roll in. When I was growing up, chocolate ruled most holidays, but Easter meant citrus. Back in our kitchen, she’d zest a lemon right over the bowl and say, “That’s where the real flavor lives.” Trust me on this, fresh zest makes all the difference. These lemon no bake cookies are soft, lightly tart, and perfectly cheerful for an Easter dessert table.
Lemon No Bake Cookies for Easter
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- wooden spoon
- Cookie scoop (1½ tablespoon)
- Parchment Paper
- baking sheet
- Microplane or zester
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups quick oats
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup white chocolate chips optional for drizzle
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with milk and sugar, stirring constantly.
- Bring mixture to a full rolling boil and boil for 60 seconds exactly.
- Remove from heat immediately.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt.
- Fold in oats until fully coated. The mixture should be glossy and thick.
- Drop 1½ tablespoon portions onto parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let set at room temperature for 20 minutes until firm.
- Optional: Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies for a decorative Easter finish.
- Texture cue: Cookies should firm up on the outside while staying soft and slightly chewy inside.
Notes
For stronger lemon flavor without extra liquid, add ¼ teaspoon lemon extract. Storage:
Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 4 days. Freezing:
Freeze up to 2 months with parchment between layers. Humidity Tip:
Allow 25–30 minutes to fully set in humid climates. Troubleshooting:
- Too soft? Boil 5 seconds longer next batch.
- Too tart? Add 1 tablespoon powdered sugar to balance.
- Dull flavor? Increase fresh zest slightly—zest gives brightness without thinning the mixture.
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Conclusion
Between you and me, lemon no-bake cookies for Easter feel like sunshine on a plate. That bright citrus flavor reminds me of other cheerful spring treats like Easter bunny no-bake cookies when I want something playful. If you love fruity desserts, you might also enjoy no-bake strawberry cheesecake bites or colorful holiday confetti no-bake cookies. Trust me on this, these lemon cookies bring a fresh twist to your Easter dessert spread.