Zucchini Cookies
These delightful Zucchini Cookies are a delicious twist on a classic treat, allowing you to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
- Cream the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat until combined.
- Combine the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon) in a separate bowl.
- Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently.
- Fold in the grated zucchini, chocolate chips, and chopped nuts.
- Scoop dollops of cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These cookies are best enjoyed warm. You can sprinkle powdered sugar on top or serve with vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: zucchini cookies, dessert, baking, vegetarian cookies, cookies with vegetables