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Lemon Zucchini Drop Cookies

The zucchini in these cookies makes them so tender and moist.
5 from 1 vote
Course Cookies

Ingredients
  

Cookies

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup finely shredded zucchini
  • 1 tsp grated lemon peel
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Lemon Glaze

  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 2-3 Tbsp lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, zucchini and lemon peel. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins and walnuts.
  • Drop by tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees preheated for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
  • For glaze, combine sugar and enough lemon juice to achieve a thin spreading consistency. Spread or drizzle over cooled cookies. Makes 3-1/2 dozen. Enjoy!