Zucchini Cookies

Delightfully soft and irresistibly flavorful, these Zucchini Cookies are a unique treat that perfectly balances indulgence and wholesome ingredients. Made with shredded zucchini, rolled oats, and warm hints of cinnamon, these cookies are a sweet and slightly chewy bite of comfort. Chocolate chips or raisins add a pop of sweetness, while optional chopped nuts provide a satisfying crunch. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a fantastic way to use up summer zucchini while sneaking some extra veggies into your baking. Perfect for snacks, lunchboxes, or an after-dinner dessert, these zucchini-packed cookies are sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup zucchini, shredded and patted dry
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 0.75 cup chocolate chips (or raisins)
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk together to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the shredded zucchini, rolled oats, chocolate chips (or raisins), and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges and set in the center.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve immediately, or store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1123.1 grams (1123.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3692

Total Fat 142.90g	183%
Saturated Fat 64.40g	322%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 320mg	107%
Sodium 2025mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 554.00g	201%
Dietary Fiber 36.30g	130%
Total Sugars 278.40g
Protein 70.40g	141%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 437mg	34%
Iron 26mg	143%
Potassium 2337mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.0%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 58.6%