Description
These Zucchini Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delicious way to enjoy a sweet treat while sneaking in some veggies. Soft, chewy, and packed with oats and chocolate chips, these cookies are perfect for a snack or dessert. Ideal for healthy baking enthusiasts, they’re a delightful twist on classic chocolate chip cookies.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup quick oats
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini, excess water squeezed out)
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure excess water is squeezed out of the shredded zucchini to prevent the dough from becoming too wet.
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cloves or ginger.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 150 kcal per cookie
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