Zucchini Cookies: The Sweet Surprise You'll Love to Bake
Delightful zucchini cookies that are soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion. Experience the sweet surprise you didn't know you needed!
Equipment
- oven
- mixing bowl
- Baking Sheet
- grater
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated zucchini (about one medium zucchini)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional, but recommended!)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and grate the zucchini; squeeze out excess moisture.
- Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, then fold in zucchini and chocolate chips.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure the zucchini is well-drained to avoid soggy cookies. Chocolate chips are optional but enhance flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
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