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Zucchini Cheese Bites

Delicious Zucchini Cheese Bites: Easy, Healthy Snack Delight

Zucchini Cheese Bites are a healthy, easy snack combining fresh zucchini and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 medium Zucchini Shredded and excess liquid squeezed out
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Or swap with mozzarella or pepper jack
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can be replaced with any hard cheese like Pecorino
  • 2 large Eggs For binding the mixture
  • 3/4 cup Breadcrumbs Can use crushed crackers or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Spray/Oil For greasing the muffin tin

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Box grater or food processor
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
  2. Shred 2 medium zucchinis using a box grater or food processor, then wring them in a towel to remove moisture.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded zucchini, 1 cup of shredded cheddar, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan, 2 eggs, and 3/4 cup of breadcrumbs, along with green onions, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spoon the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
  5. Bake for 20 to 24 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
  6. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before gently removing the bites and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for best results.

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