Description
Healthy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies are a deliciously wholesome treat that combines the comforting flavors of oatmeal cookies with the moisture of zucchini bread. These nutritious cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a chewy texture enhanced by cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Whether you need a quick snack or a sweet addition to your dessert table, these cookies are sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Plus, with their hidden veggies and wholesome ingredients, you can indulge guilt-free!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup instant oats
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil (or unsalted butter)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup grated zucchini
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together instant oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil (or butter) with the egg and vanilla. Stir in maple syrup.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed. Fold in grated zucchini.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 11-14 minutes until golden around edges; cool on wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg