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Zucchini Bread Breakfast Cookies

Zucchini Bread Breakfast Cookies

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Whip up a batch of Zucchini Bread Breakfast Cookies, a delicious and nutritious treat perfect for busy mornings or an afternoon snack. These cookies combine wholesome ingredients like oats, shredded zucchini, and applesauce to create a soft and satisfying texture. They’re not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also incredibly versatile, making them an ideal option for breakfast on the go, lunchbox additions, or even guilt-free desserts. Kids will love the sweet flavor, and you’ll appreciate the health benefits. Customize them by adding your favorite nuts or seeds for extra crunch and nutrition. Enjoy these delightful cookies anytime you crave a wholesome snack!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups quick oats
  • ¾ cup old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup oat flour (OR whole wheat flour OR ground grain of your choice)
  • ¼ cup ground golden flax (OR chia seeds)
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 4 tablespoons oil (OR melted coconut oil)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini (excess moisture squeezed out)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 360°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together all dry ingredients: quick oats, old fashioned oats, oat flour, ground flaxseed, walnuts (if using), cinnamon, baking powder, and sea salt.
  3. Add all wet ingredients: applesauce, honey, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; stir until a dough forms.
  4. Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon portions and place on lined sheets about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
  5. Bake for 12–14 minutes until lightly golden brown. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

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