Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies 🍪
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies
- Category: Drop Cookies
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Vegetable, Mixer, < 30 Mins, Oven, Small Appliance
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 60 cookies
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 56.5
- Fat: 1.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 3.5mg
- Sodium: 32.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.5g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 0.9g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1/2 cup | Shortening |
| 3/4 cup | Honey |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1 cup | Whole wheat flour |
| 1 cup | Refined flour |
| 1 cup | Flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | Ground nutmeg |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Zucchini, grated |
| 1 cup | Oatmeal |
| 1 cup | Raisins |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cream Shortening & Honey: In a mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and honey until well combined.
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Add Egg: Add the egg to the creamed mixture and beat well.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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Combine Wet & Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture alternately with the grated zucchini to the egg mixture. Stir until everything is well combined.
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Add Oatmeal & Raisins: Stir in the oatmeal and raisins until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Drop on Cookie Sheets: Using teaspoons, drop the cookie dough onto greased cookie sheets, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
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Bake Cookies: Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown.
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Cool & Enjoy: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheets for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve & Share: These Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies are delightful when enjoyed warm with a glass of milk or a cup of tea. They also make excellent gifts for friends and family!
Recipe Notes:
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Zucchini Tip: Make sure to properly squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini before adding it to the cookie dough. This helps prevent the cookies from becoming too moist.
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Storage: Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze the cookies for longer storage.
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Customization: Feel free to customize these cookies by adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or even a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top before baking.
These Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies are a wonderful way to sneak in some veggies while enjoying a delicious treat. Whether for a quick snack or a sweet ending to a meal, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone! 🌟 Enjoy baking and sharing the love! ❤️
