Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Zucchini Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect treat for any occasion. These soft and moist cookies blend the subtle sweetness of fresh zucchini with the rich creaminess of homemade frosting, offering a unique dessert that appeals to everyone, even those with discerning palates. Ideal for gatherings, picnics, or cozy nights at home, these cookies are not only delicious but also a healthier dessert option thanks to the added nutritional benefits of zucchini. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have these delectable treats ready in no time. Experience the joy of baking and impress your friends and family with this irresistible recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 1/4 cup very soft butter
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto greased or parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 375°F for about 12 minutes or until golden brown on the bottoms.
- Cool cookies on a rack before preparing frosting by beating together cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Once cooled completely, frost each cookie generously with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cookie (30g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg