ZUCCHINI LEMON COOKIES

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these are great and its a great way to get your kids to eat zucchini if they don't like it

Provided by Patsy Fowler

Categories     Cookies

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium zucchini, shredded
1 1/2 c white whole wheat flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c butter, unsalted, softened
3/4 c raw cane sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp lemon zest, grated
2 Tbsp 1% milk
FOR THE GLAZE:
1/2 c powdered sugar
2 Tbsp 1% milk
1/4 tsp lemon zest, grated

Steps:

  • 1. place the shredded zucchini in a colander lined with a kitchen cloth and let it sit for 30 minutes. this will allow some of the moisture of the zucchini to drain.preheat oven to 375. line a baking sheet
  • 2. preheat oven to 375. line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • 3. in a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt and whisk to continue.
  • 4. in a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the butter for about 1 minute.
  • 5. add the sugar and heat for 1-2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
  • 6. add the vanilla, lemon zest, and milk and heat until combined.
  • 7. add the flour mixture in batches and mix until combined. fold in the zucchini.
  • 8. using a tablespoon, scoop balls of the cookie dough onto the baking sheet. flatten the cookie slightly with your finger.
  • 9. bake for 13-16 minutes or until just golden brown. the cookies won't appear done, but they will set as they cool.
  • 10. for the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk and lemon zest until combined.
  • 11. using a knife or pastry brush glaze the tops of the cooled cookies. allow to set for 5 minutes. store these in the refrigerator.

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