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Best Pecan Zucchini Carrot Cookies

Best Pecan Zucchini Carrot Cookies Everyone Will Love

Discover the Best Pecan Zucchini Carrot Cookies, a delightful treat that combines veggies with sweetness, adored by kids and adults alike.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups Zucchini Medium-sized, no peeling necessary
  • 2 cups Carrots Grated finely
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened, can substitute with margarine
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Essential for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Enhances moisture and depth
  • 1 large Egg Can replace with a flax egg for vegan version
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Can swap for whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice
  • 1 cup Pecans Toast for enhanced flavor

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate one large egg into the buttery mixture, mixing until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Fold in the grated zucchini, finely grated carrots, and toasted pecans with a spatula.
  7. Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each mound.
  8. Bake for 13-15 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers are slightly soft.
  9. Allow the cookies to rest for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini and carrots before adding to dough. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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