Zucchini cookies are a delicious and unique treat that's perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh zucchini, these cookies are moist and flavorful, with a slightly sweet and nutty taste. They're also incredibly easy to make, coming together in just a few simple steps. Whether you're looking for a healthy snack, a sweet dessert, or a fun way to use up your summer zucchini, these cookies have you covered. This recipe offers two variations: a classic zucchini cookie and a chocolate zucchini cookie. Both are equally delicious, but the chocolate version adds a rich, decadent flavor that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. No matter which variation you choose, you're sure to love these zucchini cookies. So grab your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to bake up a batch of these tasty treats!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ZUCCHINI COOKIES
These are moist spicy cookies!
Provided by Marian
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 25m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, cream together the margarine and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg then stir in the zucchini. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; stir into the zucchini mixture. Mix in raisins. Cover dough and chill for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet. Cookies should be about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven until set. Allow cookies to cool slightly on the cookie sheets before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 99.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
EASY ZUCCHINI COOKIES
My grandma's recipe for Easy Zucchini Cookies is one of my most treasured recipes. These cookies have the perfect texture!
Provided by Christina Hitchcock
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease baking sheets or line with parchment paper
- Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with a mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add egg and beat well.
- Gradually add flour mixer and beat until smooth. The dough will be stiff.
- Stir in zucchini and remaining ingredients.
- Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart onto baking sheets.
- Bake 13-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Be careful not to over-bake.
- Cool for 2 minutes then remove to cooling racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 106 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ZUCCHINI CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
I love using zucchini in the summertime. This recipe reminds me of a zucchini bread my aunt makes, but I wanted to make cookies for a family get-together because they would be easier to grab and eat. These taste better if you make them the day before. -Melissa Obernesser, Oriskany, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 27m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flours, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in remaining ingredients., Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake until edges start to brown, 12-14 minutes. Cool on pans 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store between pieces of waxed paper in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SOFT ZUCCHINI SPICE COOKIES
These cookies are fantastic. They don't last very long at my house. Why don't you see how long they will last at yours? -Mili Seemar, Chatham, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add the egg and mix well. Combine dry ingredients; add alternately with milk to creamed mixture. Stir in zucchini, walnuts, raisins and orange zest. Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cookies are set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI COOKIES
This recipe started out as a plain zucchini cookie. But over the years, I added nuts and chocolate chips. These soft cookies never make it to the cookie jar! -Tina Lunt, Bass Harbor, Maine
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 8 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place shredded zucchini on a clean towel; roll up and squeeze to remove excess liquid. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and cloves; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the zucchini, nuts and chocolate chips. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
MOM'S CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI COOKIES
You won't even taste the veg, but it's there! Good way to get veggiephobes to eat some green.
Provided by bounce
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Stir the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt together in a bowl.
- Beat the sugar and margarine with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat the first egg into the butter until completely blended; beat the vanilla into the mixture with the last egg. Stir the zucchini through the mixture until evenly distributed. Mix the flour mixture into the zucchini mixture until just incorporated. Fold in the chocolate chips, mixing just enough to evenly combine. Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls and place 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake in batches in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, about 10 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 6.2 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 119.2 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
Tips:
- Use a box grater to quickly and easily grate the zucchini.
- Be sure to squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini before adding it to the batter. This will help prevent the cookies from being too wet.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Be sure to not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry.
- Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
These quick and easy zucchini cookies are a delicious way to use up summer zucchini. They are moist and flavorful, with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a batch of these cookies ready to enjoy in no time. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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