Baked Cheesy Zucchini Bites
Creamy, crispy, and comforting — these Baked Cheesy Zucchini Bites are the kind of snack that disappears faster than you can say "seconds."
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- Box Grater
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 medium Zucchinis Grated and squeezed dry
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Packed
- ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Finely grated
- 2 large Eggs Lightly beaten
- 1 cup Bread crumbs Plain or seasoned
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs Chopped (optional — parsley, basil, or chives)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Position a rack in the center of the oven for even baking.
- Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as you can.
- In a large bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, lightly beaten eggs, bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs if using. Mix until well incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small, bite-sized balls (about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and crispy on the outside. Turn them once halfway through baking for even browning. Serve hot with your favorite dip.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Re-crisp in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 8–10 minutes.