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Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Deliciously moist and chewy cookies with a unique twist of zucchini, combined with chocolate chips for a sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Grate your zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel.
  3. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. Beat the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Fold in the zucchini and chocolate chips (and nuts if using).
  8. Scoop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. You can chill the dough for up to 24 hours before baking.

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Keywords: cookies, zucchini, dessert, chocolate chip

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