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Healthy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies

Healthy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies: A Chewy Treat You’ll Love

Healthy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies are a delightful, nutritious twist on traditional cookies, catering to various dietary needs.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup instant oats can substitute with old-fashioned rolled oats if pulsed
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour alternatives include gluten-free flour for dietary needs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder essential for helping the cookies rise
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warmth and flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg enhances the cozy flavor
  • pinch salt balances sweetness
  • cup coconut oil or unsalted butter choose based on dietary preferences
  • 1 large egg for a vegan option, swap with a flax egg or applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds depth to the flavor
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup alternatives include honey or agave syrup
  • 1 cup freshly grated zucchini pat dry to prevent excess moisture

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until fully mixed.
  2. In another bowl, combine melted coconut oil or butter, egg, and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth. Stir in maple syrup until fully incorporated.
  3. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Fold in zucchini.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  5. Drop rounded scoops of dough onto the baking sheet, flattening them slightly with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 11-14 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 85mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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