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zucchini chocolate chip cookies

Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies Fresh Out of the Oven

These soft and chewy zucchini chocolate chip cookies are a delicious way to sneak in some extra veggies. Moist and perfectly sweet, they’re a crowd-pleasing treat everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups shredded zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the shredded zucchini and chocolate chips.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a nutty flavor, add ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.