Best 5 Zucchini Cheddar Pancakes Recipes
Calling all zucchini enthusiasts and cheese lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Zucchini Cheddar Pancakes. These savory pancakes are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, featuring grated zucchini, shredded cheddar cheese, and a blend of herbs and spices. They are not only incredibly delicious but also packed with nutritious goodness, making them a perfect choice for a wholesome breakfast, brunch, or lunch.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you step-by-step through the process of creating these delightful pancakes. We'll cover essential tips for selecting the right ingredients, preparing the zucchini, and achieving the perfect consistency for your batter. Whether you prefer a crispy exterior or a fluffy interior, we've got you covered.
Along the way, we'll introduce you to a collection of irresistible variations, including a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions. Craving a touch of heat? Experiment with our spicy version, or indulge in the cheesy goodness of our extra cheddar variation. And for those who love a sweet and savory combination, our apple cheddar pancakes are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
So, gather your ingredients, heat up your griddle, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together. From classic zucchini cheddar pancakes to exciting variations, this recipe collection is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling inspired in the kitchen.
ZUCCHINI CHEDDAR PANCAKES
Steps:
- Place grated zucchini in a colander. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes allowing excess moisture to drain off zucchini.
- Squeeze zucchini and place in a clean, dry towel. Squeeze off all excess moisture. Place zucchini in a mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle flour over zucchini and toss to coat.
- Mix in cheese.
- Add eggs and mix until incorporated.
- Mix in salt and pepper.
- Place heaping scoops of mixture onto a hot, greased skillet. Flatten out scoop to make a flat pancake.
- Cook for approximately 3 minutes per side.
- Serve with cilantro lime crema or maple syrup!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 411 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
ZUCCHINI PANCAKES
Made with zucchini, these are a tasty change of pace from ordinary potato pancakes. Add a little shredded onion to give them a savory kick. -Charlotte Goldberg, Honey Grove, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place zucchini in a colander over a plate; let stand to drain. Squeeze and blot dry with paper towels., In a bowl, mix egg, cheese, baking mix and pepper. Add zucchini; toss to coat., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Drop four pancakes into skillet; press lightly to flatten. Cook until golden brown, 2 minutes per side. If desired, serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 271mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
ZUCCHINI PANCAKES
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 24m
Yield 10 (3-inch) pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
- Grate the zucchini into a bowl using the large grating side of a box grater. Immediately stir in the onion and eggs. Stir in 6 tablespoons of the flour, the baking powder, salt, and pepper. (If the batter gets too thin from the liquid in the zucchini, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour.)
- Heat a large (10 to 12-inch) saute pan over medium heat and melt 1/2 tablespoon butter and 1/2 tablespoon oil together in the pan. When the butter is hot but not smoking, lower the heat to medium-low and drop heaping soup spoons of batter into the pan. Cook the pancakes about 2 minutes on each side, until browned. Place the pancakes on a sheet pan and keep warm in the oven. Wipe out the pan with a dry paper towel, add more butter and oil to the pan, and continue to fry the pancakes until all the batter is used. The pancakes can stay warm in the oven for up to 30 minutes. Serve hot.
ZUCCHINI BREAD PANCAKES
When there is an abundance of zucchini in the peak of summer, one of the best uses is to turn it into a quick bread. We've taken that delicious baked good a step further and turned it into pancakes. The batter comes together quickly and you can feel good about eating zucchini for breakfast. Make sure you wring out as much water from the shredded zucchini as possible to prevent the pancakes from getting soggy.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F and set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet.
- Spread the walnuts in a single layer on another rimmed baking sheet. Bake, shaking halfway through, until toasted and fragrant, about 35 minutes. Let cool, then chop. Do not turn off the oven.
- Meanwhile, line a medium bowl with a kitchen towel. Grate the zucchini in a food processor using the grater attachment to yield 2 cups (see Cook's Note). Transfer the grated zucchini to the towel-lined bowl and gather the sides to make a bundle. Squeeze out as much liquid from the zucchini as possible. Discard the liquid and set the zucchini aside.
- Whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and kosher salt in another medium bowl.
- Whisk together the buttermilk, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla and egg in a large bowl. Stir in the grated zucchini. Fold in the flour mixture until just combined. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease with vegetable oil. Ladle 1/4 cup of the batter onto the skillet to make a pancake (the batter is fairly thick, so you may need to spread it a bit). Make 1 or 2 more pancakes, taking care to space them apart evenly. Cook until the edges begin to brown and bubbles break the surface of the pancakes, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip with a spatula and cook 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to prepared rack and place in the oven to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
- Serve the pancakes warm with salted butter, the toasted chopped walnuts and maple syrup.
ZUCCHINI PANCAKES
Mucver (pronounced moosh-vair) are delicate, crisp zucchini pancakes popular in Turkey. This version has not just shredded zucchini, but also tiny clouds of feta and a sprinkling of minced fresh dill and scallions. They are crisp on the outside, tender within and subtly herbaceous. The trick to making the pancakes crisp and not soggy is to squeeze all the water out of the zucchini before mixing it with the other ingredients. A little brute force is required.
Provided by Elaine Louie
Categories dinner, quick, weekday, weeknight, pancakes, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 12 pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Place zucchini in a colander over a bowl, and mix with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Allow to drain for five minutes. Transfer to a cloth kitchen towel, and squeeze hard to extract as much moisture as possible. Squeeze a second time; volume will shrink to about half the original.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine zucchini and eggs. Using a fork, mix well. Add flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, olive oil, feta, scallions, dill and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well, add baking powder, and mix again.
- Place a cast iron skillet or other heavy skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and heat until shimmering. Place heaping tablespoons of zucchini batter in pan several inches apart, allowing room to spread. Flatten them with a spatula if necessary; pancakes should be about 3/8 inch thick and about 3 inches in diameter. Fry until golden on one side, then turn and fry again until golden on other side. Repeat once or twice, frying about 5 to 6 minutes total, so pancakes get quite crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels, and keep warm in oven. Continue frying remaining batter, adding more oil to pan as needed. Serve hot.
- For yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, combine yogurt, garlic and salt. Mix well, and serve on the side or on pancakes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 151, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 244 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Using a non-stick skillet or griddle is key to preventing the pancakes from sticking.
- Make sure the pan is hot enough before adding the batter. You want medium-heat when pouring.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. Give each pancake enough room to spread out.
- Flip the pancakes when they start to get bubbles on top and the edges are starting to look cooked, usually 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
These zucchini cheddar pancakes are a delicious and easy way to use up summer zucchini. They're perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to use zucchini, give these pancakes a try!
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