How do I make baked zucchini fries that even picky eaters will love?

Sneak in some healthy goodness with our kid-friendly Baked Zucchini Fries recipe. Picky eaters won't even know they're eating their greens!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Baked Zucchini Fries that even picky eaters will love. Items include: Zucchini Flour Eggs Bread crumbs Parmesan cheese Garlic powder Salt

Zucchini 2 medium-sized zucchinis
Flour 1/2 cup
Eggs 2, beaten
Bread crumbs 1 cup
Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup, grated
Garlic powder 1 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon

Take note
Make sure to handle the hot oven and sharp knife with caution. Also, keep an eye on those zucchini fries while they bake to avoid any burnt surprises!

1

Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2

Slice the zucchini

Take those zucchinis and slice them into fry-like sticks. Trim off the ends and carefully cut each zucchini lengthwise into thin, even strips.

3

Prepare the coating station

In three separate bowls, set up your coating station. Fill one bowl with flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last one with a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and salt.

4

Coat the zucchini fries

Now it's time to get messy! Dip each zucchini stick into the flour, then the beaten eggs, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure to coat them evenly at each stage.

5

Bake those fries

Arrange the coated zucchini fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Pop them into the preheated oven and bake for around 20 minutes until they turn golden and crispy.

6

Serve and enjoy

Once the zucchini fries are done, take them out of the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve them up as a delicious appetizer or a side dish. Enjoy their crispy outer layer and the hidden healthy goodness inside!