Zucchini cheese puffs are a delightful and savory appetizer or snack that combines the flavors of zucchini, cheese, and herbs. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a quick and easy weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these delicious and versatile treats that are sure to please everyone. Whether you prefer them crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, or golden brown and gooey, there's a recipe out there for every taste. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best zucchini cheese puff recipe that will tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
ZUCCHINI PUFFS
A great way to use up the abundant zucchini in your garden. I freeze grated zucchini in 2 cup portions for winter Puffs!
Provided by Anna B
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Fried Zucchini Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine zucchini, eggs, onion, and garlic. Blend in baking mix, salt and pepper.
- Heat 1/2 inch of oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Drop batter by spoonfuls into hot oil, and fry until evenly brown and fluffy. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 405.7 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
EASY ZUCCHINI, TOMATO, AND CHEESE TART
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 to 6 main-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Remove the puff pastry from the package and let thaw at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until no longer frozen but still cool.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook 5 minutes, or until the onion is slightly tender. Stir in the zucchini and saute just until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Mix in the drained tomatoes and raise the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring often, until the zucchini is tender but not mushy and the juices have evaporated. Let cool.
- Lightly butter a dark-colored 9-inch tart pan with a removable rim or a glass pie plate. On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry into an 11-inch square. Fit it into the tart pan or pie plate. Trim off the overhanging pieces of pastry with scissors. Refrigerate the crust, uncovered, for 15 minutes, or up to 8 hours, covered.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Stir in the cheese, salt, pepper, and cooled vegetables. Spoon the mixture into the tart pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is brown and a knife inserted in the center of the tart comes out clean. Remove the outer rim of the tart pan. Let the tart cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes before slicing. It is best to serve this tart very warm rather than piping hot.
CHEESY ZUCCHINI QUICHE
A few years ago, I found this zucchini brunch recipe that's quick to prepare and freezes well, too. Just put it in the refrigerator to thaw overnight and pop it into the oven when you wake up! -Karen Howard, Lakeville, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add zucchini and onion; cook and stir until tender. Drain and cool slightly., Whisk eggs and seasonings until blended. Stir in cheese and zucchini mixture. Spread mustard over pastry shell; add filling., Bake on a lower oven rack until a knife inserted in center comes out clean and crust is golden brown, 35-40 minutes. If needed, cover edge loosely with foil during last 15 minutes to prevent overbrowning. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 559mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
CHEESY ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE I
This is a good, cheesy, vegetable side dish ...very easy to prepare.
Provided by DC1
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place bread cubes in a medium bowl and pour melted butter over the bread. Add the zucchini, onion, garlic salt and egg; mix well. Transfer the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and top with the cheese.
- Bake, covered, in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then uncover the dish and bake for another 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 1076.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
CHEDDAR-ZUCCHINI PUFF (FROM BETTER HOMES & GARDENS)
This is one way I like to eat zucchini. It's from the Better Homes & Gardens cook book. I often use half zucchini and half yellow crookneck squash and Ritz for the cracker crumbs.
Provided by AngieME
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 1 pan, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In medium saucepan, cook zucchini (or squash), covered, in a small amount of boiling water for 3-5 minutes or till tender. Drain well. Spread evenly in 8 x 1 1/2" round baking dish (or 8"square).
- In a bowl combine sour cream, egg yolk, flour, onion salt, and pepper. Stir in cheese. In a bowl, beat egg white till stiff peaks form (tips stand straight). Fold beaten egg white into sour cream mixture. Spoon atop squash.
- In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle over egg mixture. Bake in a 350 oven for 20-25 minutes or till golden. Makes 6 servings.
ZUCCHINI-CHEESE PUFF
This is wonderful served right from the oven! With a side of buttered mixed vegetables and Recipe #101266, a heavenly dinner!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large colander, mix the zucchini with the salt and let stand for 20 minutes.
- Press the zucchini with a wooden spoon to extract the liquid.
- Heat the oil in a heavy 10-inch skillet over moderate heat.
- Sauté the onion until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix the eggs and ricotta.
- Stir in the zucchini, onion, cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, parsley, basil, and pepper.
- Pour into a lightly oiled, 1 1/2-quart souffle dish or casserole.
- *At this point the mixture can be stored.
- Refrigerate in the tightly covered casserole for up to 12 hours.
- •Bake, uncovered, until the center is set, 45 to 55 minutes.
- The mixture will rise slightly.
- Serve immediately with buttered mixed vegetables and Yeast Corn Rolls.
- Serves 4.
- Enjoy!
- •Serving later:.
- Preheat the oven to 350PF.
- Proceed as above with baking except bake 60 to 70 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose the right zucchini. Look for small to medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have a deep green color. Avoid zucchini that are large, soft, or have blemishes.
- Grate the zucchini coarsely. This will help to release the moisture from the zucchini and make it easier to mix with the other ingredients.
- Squeeze out the excess moisture from the grated zucchini. This will help to prevent the fritters from becoming too watery.
- Use a combination of cheeses. This will give the fritters a more complex flavor. Some good options include cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
- Add some herbs and spices to the batter. This will help to give the fritters a more flavorful taste. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder.
- Cook the fritters over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from burning.
- Serve the fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Some good options include ranch dressing, ketchup, or barbecue sauce.
Conclusion:
Zucchini cheese fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for using up leftover zucchini, and they can be made with a variety of different ingredients. Experiment with different cheeses, herbs, and spices to find your favorite combination. Zucchini cheese fritters are sure to be a hit with your family and friends!
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