Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Pecan Zucchini Carrot Cookies, a perfect blend of sweet and nutritious ingredients. These cookies combine the natural sweetness of shredded zucchini and carrots with the rich crunch of pecans, making them both a treat and a healthy snack option. Ideal for any occasion—from family gatherings to a midday pick-me-up—these cookies are quick to prepare, allowing you to whip up a batch in no time. Experience their chewy texture and nutty flavor that melt in your mouth while knowing you’re incorporating veggies into your dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup butter
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, then fold in shredded zucchini and carrot.
- Gradually combine wet and dry mixtures without overmixing. Gently fold in chopped pecans.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for about 13 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg