Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped chocolate (dark or milk chocolate)
- 1 small zucchini, peeled and shredded (about 1 cup)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
- Stir in the chopped chocolate and shredded zucchini.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie contains approximately 250 calories.
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are a unique blend of chocolate and zucchini, offering a sweet and savory combination.
- The addition of zucchini gives the cookies a moist and dense texture.
- The chocolate adds a rich and chocolatey flavor.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The combination of chocolate and zucchini is unexpected but delicious."
- "I love the texture of these cookies, they are so moist and dense."
- "These cookies are perfect for an after-dinner treat or as a snack."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to peel and shred the zucchini before adding it to the cookie dough.
- Use a good quality chocolate for best results.
- Adjust the baking time according to your oven's temperature and the size of your cookies.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
