Chocolate Zucchini Cookies Easy (Printable Version)
Rich soft cookies blend grated zucchini and cocoa with melty chocolate chips for a delightful treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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1 medium zucchini, grated
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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Pinch of salt
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Grate zucchini and set aside, keeping the natural moisture.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat together the egg, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until mostly combined.
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Gently fold in grated zucchini and semi-sweet chocolate chips just until incorporated.
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Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are set and centers remain soft.
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Let cookies cool slightly on baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling.
# Additional Notes:
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Do not squeeze the moisture from the zucchini—this keeps the cookies tender and moist.