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Grandma’s Zucchini Cookies
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350℉.
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Grease baking sheets or line with parchment paper
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Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a medium bowl.
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In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with a mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add egg and beat well.
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Gradually add flour mixture and beat until smooth. The dough will be stiff.
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Stir in zucchini and remaining ingredients.
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Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart onto baking sheets.
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Bake 13-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Be careful not to over-bake.
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Cool for 2 minutes then remove to cooling racks.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Moisture Management with Zucchini 💧Grate your zucchini and salt it lightly, then let it sit for 10 minutes before squeezing out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel—this prevents soggy cookies and ensures the perfect soft texture.
- Cinnamon Blooming Technique 🤎Mix your cinnamon with the dry ingredients and briefly warm the butter before mixing to help release the cinnamon's essential oils, intensifying its subtle flavor throughout the cookies.
- Toast Your Pecans First 🥜Lightly toast the pecans in a 325°F oven for 5-7 minutes before chopping and adding them to the batter to deepen their nutty flavor and add complexity to each bite.
- Chocolate Chip Distribution Strategy 🍫Fold in your chocolate chips and raisins separately at the very end of mixing, using your hands gently to ensure even distribution and to prevent overmixing the delicate batter.
- Cool on the Pan Briefly ⏱️Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack—this helps them set while staying soft, maintaining that signature tender texture grandma perfected.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
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