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Zucchini Cookies

Delicious Zucchini Cookies Perfect for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Discover the delightful surprise of Zucchini Cookies, combining indulgence with health in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Butter softened; substitute with margarine for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Zucchini grated and excess moisture squeezed out
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats optional to use quick oats
  • ¾ cup Brown Sugar coconut sugar can be a substitute
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar feel free to reduce for a less sweet cookie
  • 1 large Egg a flax egg can be used for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon can substitute with nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon Salt necessary for flavor
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips optional for sweetness and texture

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Grater
  • spatula
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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  2. Grate one medium zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel.
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  3. In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy (3-4 minutes).
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  4. Add one large egg and vanilla extract, mix on low until just combined.
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  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
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  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently to combine.
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  7. Fold in grated zucchini and chocolate chips into the dough.
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  8. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are soft.
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  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to squeeze out moisture from zucchini to prevent soggy cookies. Customize with nuts or dried fruits carefully to maintain texture.

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