Description
Delicious lemon oatmeal cookies that are perfect for any occasion, offering a blend of zesty citrus and chewy oatmeal textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp (3.8g) baking soda
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
- 1 cup (226g) butter, softened
- 1 1/3 cup (267g) granulated sugar, divided
- 1 tsp (5ml) lemon extract
- Grated zest from 1 medium lemon
- 1 1/2 cup (135g) old-fashioned oatmeal, uncooked
Instructions
- Scoop & Shape the Dough: Start by scooping the dough into balls using a cookie scoop. Aim for about a tablespoon each. Once scooped, roll them gently in your hands until they are smooth. Keep an eye on your dough; if it is too sticky, a little flour can help. If they are too large, they will spread too much while baking.
- Chill the Dough: After you have shaped the balls, place them in the fridge for about 15 minutes. This cooling step helps them hold their shape better in the oven. Do not skip this step; it can lead to flat cookies if the dough stays too warm!
- Bake for Sweet Aroma: Bake your lemon oatmeal cookies in the oven until the edges are golden. The smell will be a lovely blend of citrus and warmth filling your kitchen. Keep track of time and do not overbake; removing them too late can leave you with crunchy cookies instead of chewy ones.
- Let Them Cool: Take the cookies out of the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. This step helps them firm up a bit. They may appear soft at first, but they will set as they cool, so resist the urge to munch right away!
Notes
- Storage method: Airtight container, room temperature, duration: cookies can last for up to 1 week. For longer storage, cookies freeze well and can last up to 3 months in an airtight container.
- Use small cookie scoops to prevent spreading too much.
- Perform a test cookie to check the spread before baking.
- Add another tablespoon of flour if cookies spread too much.
- If your dough feels sticky while rolling, keeping a bowl of water nearby can help manage it without making a mess.
- To reheat cookies, place them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for about 5 to 7 minutes until warmed through.
- Serve alongside lemon sorbet for a fresh dessert.
- Accompany with a cup of herbal tea.
- Pair with fresh berries for a colorful presentation.
- Add white chocolate chips for sweetness.
- Incorporate poppy seeds for texture.
- Replace lemon zest with orange for a citrus twist.
- For a gluten-free version, using a gluten-free all-purpose flour mix can work well without altering the taste too much.
- If you prefer a softer cookie, you can substitute quick oats for old-fashioned oats; however, expect a different texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg