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Soft and Chewy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies

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These soft and chewy zucchini oatmeal cookies are a comforting snack that sneaks veggies into treats without sacrificing taste. They are quick, easy, and perfect for snacking or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium zucchini, grated (about 1 cup, squeezed dry)
  • 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats (135 g)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g) (can substitute whole wheat flour)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113 g)
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar (150 g)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Optional add-ins: ½ cup raisins, chopped walnuts, or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture to get about 1 cup of damp zucchini.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer.
  5. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently, just until combined.
  7. Stir in the grated zucchini and any optional add-ins like raisins or walnuts.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers still look soft.
  10. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini to avoid soggy cookies. Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender. Chilling dough for 15-20 minutes helps cookies hold shape better. If dough is too wet, add a tablespoon more oats. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft longer. Cookies freeze well; bake from frozen adding a couple of extra minutes.

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