These Zucchini Bites are made from zucchini, cheese, eggs and oats. Delicious hot or cold and perfect as a snack or part of a packed lunch.
At Christmas I made carrot stars for Finn and they were an instant hit. They have also been super popular on the blog and I’ve received a lot of positive feedback on them. Last week I decided to make them with zucchini and they were equally delicious.
So, as I live in Scotland, you may be wondering why I’ve decided to name these Zucchini bites and not Courgette Bites. Well, I’ve decided to switch up the lingo as we are moving to Australia in a few months. Have I mentioned we are moving to Australia?! (I’m only the tiniest bit RIDICULOUSLY excited by this!) So with this in mind, and also the fact my highest percentage of traffic comes from the USA I decided to name them Zucchini Bites. Regardless of what you wish to call them – courgette or zucchini bites – you and your kids are sure to love them!
To ensure these work then it is super important to squeeze the water out of the zucchini. I place the grated zucchini onto a clean dishcloth and squeezed the water out this way. Get your kids to help – Finn loves doing this! Once they are dry it is just a case of mixing them with the remaining ingredients, forming the bites and then baking.
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Zucchini Bites
Ingredients
- 250 g grated zucchini (150g (3/4 cup) squeezed dry)
- 70 g (1/2 cup) cheddar cheese grated
- 2 eggs
- 4 tbsp oat flour
- 1/2 tsp italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Pre heat oven to 180C / 350F / Gas 4
- Place the zucchini on a clean cloth and squeeze out the liquid. (You need to get the zucchini quite dry)
- Place the zucchini back in the bowl and mix with the remaining ingredients
- Prepare a baking tray with baking paper or use a silicon baking sheet
- Form 1/2 tbsp balls and flatten into rounds onto the baking sheet. (Mine were around ½ cm thick and I made 20)
- Bake for approx. 13 mins (until crispy on the sides)
Recipe Notes
Shannon says
I loved this recipe! Had two giant zucchinis to use up so after the first patch was such a success, I made a second. My 10 month old baby really liked the bites as finger food, but more surprisingly my picky husband loved them too! He kept saying “I’ll just have another one” which is something I never hear! Thanks for the recipe! This is going to become a favourite for sure.
Amy says
Great to hear, Shannon, and thanks for the 5 star rating! I’m delighted that they are picky husband approved!
Nisha says
Can we use a chia egg instead ?
Amy says
Hi Nisha, I haven’t tested chia egg in this recipe so can’t guarantee how it would turn out, sorry.
Tamika says
What other flours could I use?
Amy says
Hi Tamika, others have used all-purpose flour with success. I haven’t tried any other flours so can’t say how they would work, sorry. 🙂
Paul Latham says
This was simple and easy to make, really enjoyed the whole process, I made 12 instead of 20 and they came out juicy but really tasty. Great idea and loved by the wife, tomorrow I give them to my 20 month old. I know it will be a winner!!
Amy says
Great! Thanks Paul. I’m glad your wife approved, fingers crossed for your little one!
Meiggidh says
Really quick and easy. They taste delcious for adults too! Thank you for the recipe, I’m excited to try out the other recipes and ideas you have!
Amy says
Thanks Meiggidh, so glad you enjoyed them and hopefully you find many other recipes to enjoy 🙂
Bec says
Just wondering if there is a substitute for the cheese as my bub is dairy free
Amy says
Hi Bec, to be honest, I’m not sure how these would work out without the cheese. It could work but I’d say it would need some herbs for flavour.