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Zesty Lemon Oatmeal Bites (No-Bake & Irresistible) Recipe

Zesty Lemon Oatmeal Bites: No-Bake and Totally Irresistible

Zesty Lemon Oatmeal Bites (No-Bake) are quick, vegan-friendly snacks requiring no oven time, perfect for healthy snacking.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Quick oats can be used for a softer texture.
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Optionally roll the bites in extra coconut.
  • ½ cup Almond Flour Feel free to swap for another nut flour or omit.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances the overall flavor balance.
For Sweetness & Creaminess
  • ½ cup Honey or Maple Syrup Maple syrup is a great vegan alternative.
  • ½ cup Almond Butter Substitute with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter if desired.
  • ¼ cup Melted Coconut Oil Helps retain moisture.
For Zesty Flavor
  • 1 whole Fresh Lemon Zest and Juice Use a fine microplane for the zest.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Rounds out the flavors.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, mix together rolled oats, shredded coconut, almond flour, and salt until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), almond butter, melted coconut oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until fully incorporated; the mixture should be sticky.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to firm up the mixture.
  5. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion out the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.
  6. Place the rolled bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least one hour to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

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