Description

These soft and chewy zucchini oatmeal cookies are packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, carrots, and dried cranberries, making them a perfect healthy snack for any time of the day. They offer a great way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying a sweet craving.

Ingredients

1 medium zucchini, grated

1 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup whole wheat flour

1/2 cup grated carrots

1/3 cup dried cranberries

1/4 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup coconut oil, melted

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.
Add the grated zucchini, grated carrots, dried cranberries, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Stir until everything is well combined.
If desired, fold in chopped walnuts for added crunch.
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cookies are firm to the touch.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For added flavor and texture, you can swap the walnuts for other nuts like pecans or almonds.

Dark chocolate chips can be added for a sweeter touch.

To make the cookies gluten-free, substitute with almond flour or a gluten-free flour blend and use certified gluten-free oats.

Raisins or dried cherries can replace dried cranberries for a tart variation.

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 130 kcal
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 55mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg