Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded or grated zucchini (well-drained)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together sugar and egg. Add vegetable oil and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Add the zucchini to the wet mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until combined. If using walnuts, add them at this stage.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (per cookie, assuming no additional sugar is added during baking)
Calories: 190kcal; Fat: 9g; Carbohydrates: 28g; Protein: 2g; Fiber: 1g (depending on the ingredients used)
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are soft and moist with a slight crunch on the edges.
- The vanilla and zucchini give the cookies a unique flavor combination that Americans will love.
- A great way to sneak some veggies into a dessert!
User Comments:
- "These cookies are a great way to introduce more vegetables into our family's diet. My kids love them!" - Susan Smith
- "These cookies are so soft and delicious. The combination of vanilla and zucchini is quite unique." - John Doe
- "I added chocolate chips to this recipe and it was a hit! Great for an after-school snack." - Jane Brown
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to drain the excess moisture from the shredded zucchini to prevent the cookies from being too wet.
- Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
- These cookies spread a lot during baking, so leave some space between each cookie on the baking sheet.
