Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Best Pecan Zucchini Carrot Cookies, where wholesome veggies meet sweet flavors to create a unique treat that everyone will adore. These cookies combine the natural sweetness of carrots and zucchini with crunchy pecans, offering a delicious way to sneak some vegetables into dessert. Perfect for any occasion—be it a casual snack, a lunchbox surprise, or a charming addition to your dessert platter—these cookies are sure to impress. Plus, with their freezer-friendly nature, you can enjoy them fresh at your convenience!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup butter
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream butter with granulated and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture, then fold in shredded zucchini, carrot, and chopped pecans.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets and bake for about 13 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on sheets briefly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg