Description
Healthy Chocolate Chip Zucchini Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies are a delightful and nutritious way to kickstart your day! These cookies blend the rich sweetness of chocolate chips with the subtle earthiness of zucchini and wholesome rolled oats, creating a satisfying treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. They’re easy to whip up, packed with flavor, and will keep your taste buds happy while sneaking in some veggies. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or stored for later; they’re sure to become a favorite in your home!
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 medium zucchini (grated)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine grated zucchini and honey or maple syrup until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold in chocolate chips gently until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges turn golden brown but centers remain soft.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For gluten-free cookies, substitute regular oats with gluten-free oats. - Customize by adding nuts or dried fruits for extra texture. - Allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them for easier handling.