Description
Indulge in our delicious zucchini chocolate chip cookies recipe! Learn how to bake these sweet treats and enjoy a unique twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- – ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- – ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- – 1 cup (213g) packed light or dark brown sugar
- – 1 large egg
- – 2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract
- – 1 cup (130g) shredded zucchini, squeezed of excess liquid, see Notes (about ½ medium zucchini)
- – 2 ½ cups (330g) all-purpose flour
- – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) baking soda
- – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
- – 1/8-1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) ground cinnamon
- – 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- – ½ cup (56g) chopped almonds, optional
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375°F and prepare a baking tray by covering it with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, blend the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture turns fluffy, which should take around 3-5 minutes. Pause occasionally to scrape the sides of the bowl.
- Incorporate the egg, vanilla extract, and shredded zucchini into the mixture, mixing thoroughly after each addition and ensuring to scrape the bowl at least once.
- Gradually add the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until the ingredients are nearly combined, then briefly fold in the chocolate chips and optional almonds.
- Use a #40 scoop to measure out 1½ tablespoon portions, forming them into balls. Arrange them evenly on the prepared baking tray, leaving about 4 inches of space between each.
- Place in the oven and bake for 9-11 minutes, until the cookie edges are golden brown and the tops have set but remain uncolored.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool down completely.
Notes
- Thoroughly squeeze excess liquid from shredded zucchini to prevent overly moist cookies.
- Avoid overmixing dough after adding flour to ensure soft cookies.
- Consider adding optional chopped almonds for extra crunch and flavor in the dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
Keywords: 1. Zucchini cookies, 2. Chocolate zucchini, 3. Soft cookies, 4. Baking zucchini, 5. Homemade treats
