Chewy Oatmeal Zucchini Cookies.
These Chewy Oatmeal Zucchini Cookies are soft, nutritious, and packed with chocolatey goodness. A perfect snack to sneak in veggies and satisfy your sweet tooth!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Grater
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Whisk or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup quick-cooking instant oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 3/4 cup loosely packed brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup freshly grated zucchini squash
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned rolled oats, quick-cooking oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and freshly grated nutmeg. Whisk together until well combined.
- In a separate large bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg yolk, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. It’s important not to overmix here; you want the dough to be soft and slightly sticky.
- Gently fold the freshly grated zucchini and chocolate chips into the dough until evenly distributed.
- Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, and the centers look set but slightly underbaked. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your freshly baked Chewy Oatmeal Zucchini Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freeze cookies in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months and thaw before serving.
- Try adding nuts or dried fruits for extra texture and flavor.