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Oatmeal Zucchini Cookies

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Oatmeal Zucchini Cookies are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional cookies, incorporating nutritious zucchini and oats for a delightful treat.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1/2 cup of vegan margarine, softened
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 ripe banana, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla
  • 1 3/4 cups of shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup of quick oats
  • 1 cup of chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1 cup of vegan semisweet chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the vegan margarine and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the ripe banana and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fold in the shredded zucchini, quick oats, and optional walnuts and chocolate chips.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Feel free to add other mix-ins like dried fruits or seeds.

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