Peanut Butter Oatmeal Zucchini Cookies

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Soft and cakey, these delicious cookies combine the rich flavor of peanut butter with wholesome oats, and are made extra moist with the hidden addition of zucchini. A delightful and nutritious twist on a classic treat!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
12 mins
Additional Time:
3 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
24
Yield:
2 dozen
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 24 servings

  • 2 cups quick-cooking oats

  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour

  • 1 cup brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • cup peanut butter

  • ½ cup margarine

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 small zucchini, peeled and shredded

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Combine oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl. Stir in peanut butter, margarine, and egg. Add zucchini and mix thoroughly.

  3. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Cool for 3 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Cook's Note:

Substitute butter for margarine, if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

165 Calories
8g Fat
21g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 165
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 120mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 27mg 2%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 132mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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