Zucchini Cookies: The Sweet Surprise You Didn’t Know You Needed
Indulge in the delightful world of Zucchini Cookies: The Sweet Surprise You Didn’t Know You Needed. These soft, chewy cookies are packed with flavor, perfectly blending the subtle sweetness of zucchini with warm spices and chocolate chips. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night at home, these treats are sure to impress. Easy to make and versatile enough for any occasion, they pair wonderfully with coffee or tea. Discover how this hidden veggie can transform your dessert game while keeping your loved ones guessing!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in grated zucchini and chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg