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Cheesy baked zucchini bites stacked on a spatula.

Baked Cheesy Zucchini Bites

Yield: 12 zucchini bites
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups (212 g) packed shredded zucchini (no need to peel zucchini)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • ¼ to ½ cup (28-56 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese or a blend of cheddar and Monterey jack
  • ¼ cup (21 g) panko or regular bread crumbs
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil, or 1-2 teaspoons fresh
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray or lightly grease an unlined baking sheet.
  • Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and wring out all the excess water over the sink until the zucchini is really dry. You should have a little over 1 cup after squeezing out the water (if you have a scale, you'll want about 6 ounces of zucchini that's been squeezed dry).
  • Place the zucchini and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl and mix until combined.
  • Drop the mixture by tablespoonfuls on the prepared baking sheet and lightly press the mounds with your hands to flatten slightly.
  • Bake for 16-20 minutes until the edges are golden.