Baked Spaghetti Fritters: Easy and Crispy Recipe
A delicious and crispy way to repurpose leftover pasta, these Baked Spaghetti Fritters combine cooked spaghetti with melted cheeses and savory spices for a perfect snack or appetizer.
- Author: info.mealsmell
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 fritters 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups cooked spaghetti, cooled
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tablespoons dried)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled spaghetti, Parmesan, mozzarella, eggs, flour, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
- Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the mixture and form it into flat patties.
- Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the fritters halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving with marinara sauce or sour cream.
Notes
- Ensure the spaghetti is cooled before mixing so the eggs don't scramble.
- If the mixture feels too wet, add an extra tablespoon of breadcrumbs.
- For best results, chop the cooked spaghetti into smaller strands before mixing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Baked Spaghetti Fritters, Leftover Pasta Recipe, Crispy Spaghetti Patties, Healthy Fritters