Delicious Baked Eggplant Parmesan Bites Recipe

Looking for a tasty and healthy appetizer or snack? These baked eggplant parmesan bites are sure to satisfy your cravings! Made with fresh eggplant, tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, these bites are a perfect combination of savory and delicious.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized eggplant
• 1 cup of seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 cup of tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

The image shows a plate full of golden brown bite-sized eggplant parmesan pieces arranged in a circular pattern. Each piece is topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut the eggplant into 1 inch cubes and set aside.
3. In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, oregano, basil, garlic powder, and salt.
4. Place the beaten egg in a separate bowl, and the flour in another bowl.
5. Dip the eggplant cubes into the flour, then the egg, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture, making sure to coat each piece evenly.
6. Place the coated eggplant cubes onto the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Remove the eggplant from the oven and top each piece with a spoonful of tomato sauce and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Place the baking sheet back in the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve hot.

The image shows a close-up of a single bite-sized eggplant parmesan piece. The golden brown breadcrumb coating is visible, and the piece is topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.

The image shows a plate full of baked eggplant parmesan bites, arranged in a circular pattern. The bites are golden brown, and each piece is topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.