Description
These Zucchini Lemon Cookies are soft, sweet, and a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for a healthy twist on dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the grated zucchini, lemon zest, and lemon juice until evenly distributed.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use fresh zucchini for the best moisture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 20
Keywords: cookies, zucchini, lemon, dessert, healthy