Description
These Zesty Lemon Oatmeal Bites are a no-bake, quick, and delicious treat combining tangy lemon pudding with hearty oats. Perfectly sweet and bursting with citrus flavor, they make an irresistible snack or dessert that requires just 15 minutes of prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup butter
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box instant lemon pudding mix (about 3.4 oz)
- 2 cups quick oats
Instructions
- Heat Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, butter, and milk. Stir constantly until the butter has melted and the mixture comes to a boil.
- Mix Pudding and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the instant lemon pudding mix and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Add Oats: Add the quick oats to the mixture and stir thoroughly to combine, ensuring all oats are coated evenly.
- Shape Bites: Allow the mixture to cool slightly so it’s safe to handle, then roll the mixture into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Set Bites: Place the oatmeal balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them set at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes until firm.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate the bites to maintain freshness for longer periods.
Notes
- Use quick oats for the best texture and binding.
- If the mixture is too sticky to roll, refrigerate for 10 minutes before shaping.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest with the oats.
- Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These bites are naturally free from baking, making them a convenient no-bake treat.
