Zucchini fritters are crispy, cheesy, and so easy to make. They’re the perfect way to use up fresh zucchini from the garden or market. Get the simple recipe below and enjoy this quick, flavorful side dish!
I’m obsessed with zucchini. Its versatility amazes me. It’s so cool that it can act as noodles, be part of bread, be fried, baked or eaten raw. We hollowed some out and created stuffed zucchini as a main dish. We put it in our salads. I adore it. That being said, this is the last one from our garden! Sad! I didn’t want it to go to waste, so I used every bit of it today making two loaves of zucchini bread and these delicious zucchini fritters. You will love these AND they are EASY to make!
Zucchini fritters are crispy, cheesy, and so easy to make. If you’re building an appetizer spread, my Buffalo Chicken Dip is another hit that always disappears fast.
How to Make Zucchini Fritters
Grate your zucchini. A sturdy box grater works best.
I like this grater. My last one was cheaply made and dented in the middle. This one has been a trooper since 2009.
You’ll need a cup of shredded zucchini … or two if you double this.
Delicious & Easy Zucchini Fritters
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Bisquick
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped onions
- 1 egg beaten
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup coarsely shredded zucchini
Instructions
- Mix the first 5 ingredients together.
- Next, mix in the shredded zucchini.
- Drop by spoonful into butter or cooking oil.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides.
Mix the batter. Combine the dry ingredients, then fold in zucchini and cheese.
I’m using white cheddar cheese. That’s how I always make these and they’re so good that I’ll probably never try it with mozzarella.
Fry until golden brown. Cook each fritter in hot oil until both sides are crisp and browned.
Drain & serve. When I take each fritter out of the oil, I place them on a paper plate with a few paper towels on it to remove some of the oil.
Aren’t they pretty? They taste amazing.
I couldn’t wait. The cook should always test the product…even several times. LOL!
Tips for the Best Zucchini Fritters
Small batches. Don’t overcrowd the skillet or they’ll steam instead of fry.
Drain well. Squeeze out moisture so your fritters crisp up.
Cheese choice counts. White cheddar is my favorite, but feel free to switch it up to suit your style.
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- Cheesy Chipotle Hot Corn Bacon Dip – A flavorful, crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings the same cheesy comfort as fritters.
- Easy Baked Spinach Omelet Roll – A protein-packed, veggie-forward dish that complements your fritters for a balanced brunch or lunch spread.
- Smoky Crab Pimiento Cheese – Southern flavor at its finest—perfect for dipping your zucchini fritters or serving alongside.
I hope you enjoy these as much as we do!
Happy Cooking!
