Description
Delicious Zucchini Cookies: A Perfect Blend of Flavor and Nutrition
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Then, add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
3. Add the Zucchini: Stir the grated zucchini into the wet mixture, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
4. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Mix It All Together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If using chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.
6. Scoop and Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake to Perfection: Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To ensure your Zucchini Cookies turn out perfectly every time, consider these helpful tips:
– Grate the Zucchini Properly: Use a box grater or the grating attachment on your food processor to shred the zucchini into fine, evenly sized pieces.
– Measure Ingredients Accurately: Baking is a science, so be sure to measure your ingredients precisely for the best results.
– Use Parchment Paper or Silicone Mats: Lining your baking sheet will help prevent the cookies from sticking and ensure even baking.
– Don’t Overbake: Keep a close eye on the cookies during the baking process.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg