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Healthy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy Healthy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

These Healthy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies combine oats and zucchini for a delicious, guilt-free treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup instant oats Provides structure and chewiness
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour Adds nutrition and depth
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Acts as a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Enhances flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds a rich, aromatic note
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 0.25 cup coconut oil or unsalted butter Provides moisture
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses flavor
  • 0.5 cup pure maple syrup Sweetens naturally
  • 1 cup freshly grated zucchini Adds moisture

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, melt the coconut oil or butter and let it cool. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and maple syrup, whisking to combine.
  3. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the grated zucchini.
  4. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm it up.
  5. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Drop rounded scoops of dough onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly. Bake for 11-14 minutes.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Delicious and nutritious cookies are perfect for any occasion. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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