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Zucchini Cookies

Sneaky Zucchini Cookies That Kids Will Love and Devour

These soft and chewy Zucchini Cookies are a delightful way to sneak veggies into dessert for all ages.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be used.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs Room temperature helps emulsification.
  • tsp Vanilla Extract
  • cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • ¾ tsp Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Optional for those who prefer a less spicy cookie.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Shredded Zucchini Blot excess moisture before measuring.
For the Chewy Texture
  • 3 cups Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • 2 cups Semisweet Chocolate Chips Reserve some for topping cookies after baking.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1 cup of dark brown sugar, and ½ cup of granulated sugar until creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Add in 2 large eggs and 1½ teaspoons of vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix until smooth (1-2 minutes).
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2¼ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ¾ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of shredded zucchini, 3 cups of oats, and 2 cups of chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Cover the bowl and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  8. Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each scoop.
  9. Bake for 12-13 minutes or until the edges are golden and centers are soft.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container. They stay fresh for up to 5 days at room temperature, or up to 7 days in the fridge. Freeze them for up to 3 months for longer storage.

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