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Cozy Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies Easy Brown Butter Recipe

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These cozy zucchini chocolate chip cookies combine the subtle moisture of zucchini with the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter for a soft, tender crumb and a warm, homey taste. Perfect for a quick, satisfying homemade treat with a veggie twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (150g) light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 medium zucchini (about 1 cup shredded / 120g), freshly grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup (227g) of unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and then turns golden brown with nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Watch closely to avoid burning. Once browned, pour butter into a bowl and let cool slightly (about 10 minutes). You want it warm, not hot.
  2. Prep the zucchini: While the butter cools, shred 1 medium zucchini (about 1 cup / 120g) using a box grater. Place shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove excess moisture—this step is key to avoiding soggy cookies.
  3. Mix sugars and eggs: In a large bowl, combine ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar and ¾ cup (150g) light brown sugar. Add 2 large eggs (room temperature) and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine browned butter: Slowly drizzle the cooled brown butter into the sugar-egg mixture while stirring gently. This adds richness and depth.
  5. Whisk dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg. Mixing these dry spices here helps distribute flavors evenly.
  6. Combine wet and dry: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
  7. Fold in zucchini and chocolate chips: Add shredded zucchini and 1 ½ cups (270g) chocolate chips into the dough. Stir carefully to incorporate without breaking the chips.
  8. Chill dough (optional but recommended): Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour. This helps the flavors meld and prevents cookies from spreading too much during baking.
  9. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  10. Scoop and bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers still soft. The cookies will firm up as they cool.
  11. Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Brown the butter carefully to a deep amber color with a nutty aroma without burning. Remove excess moisture from zucchini by squeezing it tightly in a clean towel to avoid soggy cookies. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour is recommended to prevent spreading and enhance flavor. Fold ingredients gently to avoid tough cookies. If dough is too wet, add a tablespoon more flour. Baking times may vary slightly with convection ovens.

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