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In recent years, the culinary world has seen a delightful shift towards incorporating vegetables in baked goods. This trend not only appeals to health-conscious individuals but also introduces a creative twist to traditional recipes. One such innovation is the Zucchini Delight Cookies, a scrumptious treat that perfectly encapsulates this movement. These cookies offer a unique combination of flavors and textures, balancing the sweetness of sugar with the subtle earthiness of zucchini. The result is a deliciously moist cookie that is as wholesome as it is indulgent.

Zucchini Cookies

Discover the joy of baking with Zucchini Delight Cookies, a unique treat that cleverly incorporates the subtle flavor of zucchini into a deliciously sweet cookie. These cookies are moist, nutritious, and perfect for both kids and adults, making them a guilt-free indulgence. With a balance of sugars, rolled oats, and optional chocolate chips, each bite is a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Enjoy this fun twist on traditional baking and sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet cravings!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup grated zucchini (squeezed dry)

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Prepare the Zucchini: Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel, twist it up, and squeeze out excess moisture. Set aside.

      Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

        Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

          Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

            Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the squeezed zucchini, chocolate chips, and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.

              Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie for spreading.

                Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.

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

                    Enjoy: Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to a week. These cookies make a delightful snack or dessert!

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 mins | 30 mins | 24 cookies