Description
Soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies that are perfect for using up summer zucchini. These wholesome treats are packed with oats, warm cinnamon, and just the right amount of chocolate chips, making them a delightful snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup shredded zucchini (squeezed dry)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in rolled oats, zucchini, and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Be sure to squeeze the shredded zucchini dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture, which helps prevent the cookies from becoming too wet.
- For extra texture, you can add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans along with the chocolate chips.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT14M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg