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cheesy zucchini bites Recipe

Cheesy Zucchini Bites

Cheesy zucchini bites are delicious, bite-sized snacks made from grated zucchini and cheese, perfect for parties or healthy snacking. These baked morsels are easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium zucchinis About 400 grams total, grated.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 100 grams.
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 30 grams.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 30 grams.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • 1 box grater or food processor
  • 1 clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper or nonstick spray
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray lightly with nonstick spray.
  2. Grate the zucchinis and place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and parsley. Mix well until fully combined.
  4. Scoop out heaping tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape into small balls or bites. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 cm apart.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and set.
  6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
  7. For extra crispiness, you can broil the bites for an additional 2 minutes after baking.
  8. Serve with your favorite dip, such as marinara or ranch.
  9. These bites are freezer friendly. Store cooled bites in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven to retain crispiness.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can broil the bites for an additional 2 minutes after baking.
Serve with your favorite dip, such as marinara or ranch.
These bites are freezer friendly. Store cooled bites in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven to retain crispiness.