Zucchini slice is a kid favourite but in this easy zucchini slice I've upped the ante. With more veggies, a creamier texture and the perfect shape for lunchboxes, it's the best zucchini slice you're ever going to make!
Why you're going to love this slice
This easy zucchini slice is a winner for lunchboxes, easy dinners or even breakfast!
- It only takes 10 minutes to get it all mixed and ready for the oven!
- No special equipment is needed!
- It is made in a loaf shape, so it's easy to slice.
- It freezes really well.
What goes into the recipe
Don't forget to scroll to the recipe card for ingredient amounts and full method
- flour- I use plain, but you can swap for rice flour, I have before, it just makes for a slightly gritty texture. Gluten-free mixes from the supermarket work well.
- eggs- these are "large eggs" or the box where a dozen eggs means 700g. If you have tiny eggs you may need to add extras
- cheese- tasty or cheddar- your preference!
- cream- this is pure cream. If you have thickened in the fridge it will work too.
How to make this recipe
Follow these simple steps to get your easy zucchini slice made perfectly:
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius.
- First prep the veggies, cheese and bacon. I grate the zucchini, carrots and cheese. Dice the onion and bacon. (Image 1)
- Add the eggs to a large bowl and whisk until well combined. (image 2)
- Add in the cream and whisk. (image 3)
- Add the flour and baking powder and whisk. (image 4)
- Try to get out all the lumps and get it nice and smooth. (image 5)
- Put in all the veggies and the cheese. Mix well. (image 6)
- Add the bacon and stir through. (image 7 and 8)
- Pour into a lined or VERY nonstick loaf tin. (image 9)
- Bake at 180 degrees celsius for 45-50 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes then on a rack for 10.
- Cut into slices. (image 10)
Expert tips and FAQs
Making this recipe couldn't be simpler! If your tin isn't non stick I recommend lining with baking paper. to do this neatly: grab a piece of baking paper, run it under the tap and then scrunch it. Then it's easy to line your tin!
Sure! Just omit the bacon and it is vegetarian.
3-4 days in a sealed container.
YES!! The best way to do it is to slice the zucchini slice, place on an oven tray and then freeze until solid. Move to a container or baggie and store in the freezer.
A lot of the good stuff in zucchini's is actually in the peel. Give them a good wash, and then use as is!
Really well! And it's great because you are filling the kids up with protein and veggies.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner! It's perfect really for any time of day, especially as you are getting extra veggies into your kids. I love eating it for lunch myself and I warm it in the sandwich press.
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Easy Zucchini Slice
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tbsps cream I used pure cream
- 1 cup plain flour sub with rice flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup tasty cheese grated (1 cup equals approx 140 grams)
- 2 zucchinis medium size- approx 350 grams
- 2 carrots medium size- approx 350 grams
- 1 onion red, brown, even white! Doesn't matter.
- 100 grams bacon diced (entirely optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius.
- First prep the veggies, cheese and bacon. I grate the zucchini, carrots and cheese. Dice the onion and bacon.
- Add the eggs to a large bowl and whisk until well combined.
- Add in the cream and whisk.
- Add the flour and baking powder and whisk.
- Try to get out all the lumps and get it nice and smooth.
- Put in all the veggies and the cheese. Mix well.
- Add the bacon and stir through.
- Pour into a lined or VERY nonstick loaf tin.
- Bake at 180 degrees celsius for 45-50 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes then on a rack for 10.
- Cut into slices.
Andriana says
Is there an alternative to the cream or can it be left out altogether?
Jessie says
Oooo..... This looks really good and perfect to meal prep! Trying this soon.
Beth says
This looks so delicious! My kids are going to love this!
Irina says
I love this healthy zucchini option for my lunchbox! I love it and cannot wait to give it a try! 🙂
Jere Cassidy says
I have never seen a recipe like this and it looks like a perfect lunchtime meal. I have to give this a try.
Gail Montero says
What fabulous lunch this makes and who can say no? My family will enjoy this tasty dish for sure!