ZUCCHINI GRANOLA COOKIES

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"To use up an abundance of garden zucchini, try these wholesome soft-textured cookies," suggests Janice Brady of Des Moines, Washington.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups granola without raisins
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded zucchini
1 package (10 to 12 ounces) semisweet chocolate or butterscotch chips

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange zest and vanilla. Combine flour, granola, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well., Stir in zucchini and chips., Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.