Description
Discover the joy of baking with Easy Lemon Zucchini Cookies, a delightful treat that seamlessly combines fresh vegetables and sweet flavors. These cookies are soft, moist, and bursting with a refreshing lemon zing. Perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to casual get-togethers—this recipe not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also sneaks in some healthy zucchini. With just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of baking time, you can whip up a batch that everyone will love. Enjoy them as is or drizzle with a zesty lemon glaze for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp grated lemon zest
- 1 cup peeled, shredded zucchini
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, blend flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and lemon zest; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients and fold in shredded zucchini.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing apart.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until edges are golden.
- For the glaze, mix confectioners' sugar with lemon juice and zest until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg