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Easy Chewy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Breakfast Cookies

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These easy chewy chocolate chip zucchini breakfast cookies are a healthy and satisfying morning treat with a perfect balance of chewiness, moisture, and chocolate flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (60g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened (can substitute coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar (light or dark)
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini), packed and squeezed dry
  • ¾ cup (130g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
  2. Shred about one medium zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup rolled oats, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat ½ cup softened unsalted butter, ½ cup brown sugar, and ¼ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid over-mixing.
  7. Gently fold in the shredded zucchini and ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips using a spatula.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Press down slightly to flatten.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until cookies are golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini to avoid soggy cookies. Cream butter and sugars well for a tender crumb. Use old-fashioned oats for best texture. Avoid over-mixing to prevent tough cookies. Chill dough for 20-30 minutes if cookies spread too much. Oven temperature accuracy is important; use an oven thermometer if possible.

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