Description
Healthy Zucchini Oatmeal Cookies are a delicious and nutritious treat that seamlessly combines the comforting flavors of oatmeal cookies with the wholesome goodness of zucchini. These chewy, moist cookies are infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, making them perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a quick snack or a delightful dessert to share. Easy to prepare and freezer-friendly, they are an ideal option for meal prep or satisfying spontaneous cravings. Plus, they’re kid-approved, allowing you to sneak in some veggies without anyone noticing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup instant oats
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp coconut oil (or unsalted butter)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup grated zucchini
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil or butter, egg, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while stirring until just combined. Fold in the grated zucchini. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded scoops of dough onto the prepared sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 11-14 minutes until golden brown around edges. Cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg