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
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
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yield
24 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, unsalted, softened
- 3/4 cup raw cane sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
- 2 tablespoons 1% milk
- FOR THE GLAZE:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons 1% milk
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
How To Make zucchini lemon cookies
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Step 1place 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
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Step 2preheat oven to 375. line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Step 3in a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt and whisk to continue.
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Step 4in a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the butter for about 1 minute.
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Step 5add the sugar and heat for 1-2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
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Step 6add the vanilla, lemon zest, and milk and heat until combined.
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Step 7add the flour mixture in batches and mix until combined. fold in the zucchini.
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Step 8using a tablespoon, scoop balls of the cookie dough onto the baking sheet. flatten the cookie slightly with your finger.
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Step 9bake for 13-16 minutes or until just golden brown. the cookies won't appear done, but they will set as they cool.
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Step 10for the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk and lemon zest until combined.
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Step 11using 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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