Description
These Zesty Lemon Oatmeal Bites offer a no-bake, tangy, and sweet treat that’s perfect for a quick snack or dessert. Made with instant lemon pudding, quick oats, and a buttery-sugar base, these bite-sized delights are easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious with a refreshing citrus twist.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 box instant lemon pudding
- 2 cups quick oats
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, butter, and milk. Stir constantly until the butter has completely melted and the mixture begins to boil to ensure proper blending and dissolution of sugar.
- Add Pudding Mix and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat immediately once boiling. Stir in the instant lemon pudding mix and vanilla extract thoroughly until smooth and uniform.
- Incorporate Oats: Add the quick oats to the mixture and stir well until the oats are fully coated and evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Form Bites: Allow the mixture to cool slightly so it’s manageable. Then, roll the mixture into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter to form the oatmeal bites.
- Set the Bites: Place the shaped oatmeal bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them stand at room temperature for 20-30 minutes until they are firm enough to hold their shape.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate to maintain freshness and firmness for an extended period.
Notes
- Use quick oats for best texture; old-fashioned oats can be substituted but bites will be chewier.
- If mixture is too sticky to roll, refrigerate for 15 minutes before shaping.
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the mixture.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- You can roll the bites in shredded coconut or powdered sugar for extra flavor and texture variations.
