By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 11, 2026

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Baked Cheesy Zucchini Bites

Serves 24

28 cal · 45 min

Baked Cheesy Zucchini Bites

Recipe GLPR87d320a37b6247

4.5(1)
Appetizer
45 min
28 cal
Servings: 24
Oven

Golden-brown zucchini fritters loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and aromatic herbs. These crispy-edged bites are baked until tender inside, making them a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups packed shredded zucchini

1/4 cup panko or regular bread crumbs

1 large egg, lightly beaten

1/4 to 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/4 teaspoon dried basil

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Cooking spray or oil for greasing

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray, or lightly grease a baking sheet with oil.

  2. Wrap the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly over the sink to remove as much moisture as possible. The zucchini should feel quite dry.

  3. In a medium bowl, combine the dried zucchini, bread crumbs, beaten egg, cheddar cheese, basil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined.

  4. Drop heaping tablespoonfuls of the zucchini mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart. Gently flatten each mound with the palm of your hand to create small patties.

  5. Bake for 16 to 20 minutes, until the edges turn golden brown and the bites are set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4.5

All ingredients are standard pantry staples or produce widely available at every Charlotte chain—zucchini, eggs, cheddar, bread crumbs, and seasonings require no special stops. Cost per serving lands around 40–50 cents, driven mainly by the cheese and zucchini, making it genuinely economical for a party appetizer or side. The stated 45 minutes is honest if you're fast with knife work; most home cooks will need the full clock, but it's largely hands-off baking. These reheat decently in a low oven and freeze well, making them a solid weeknight prep-ahead play or weekend party food that won't leave you tied to the stove.

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