Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Stacks
Golden, panko-crusted eggplant rounds are layered with Old World–style tomato sauce, stretchy mozzarella, and a shower of Parmesan, then baked until bubbling and melty. Crispy edges contrast with tender centers for a satisfying, stackable twist on eggplant Parmesan. Serve these hearty stacks hot for a cozy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing weekend main.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves9
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Stacks, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 49 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 23
- Heart Health
- 76
- Metabolic
- 48
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- 2
Generously salt both sides of the eggplant rounds; place them on a baking sheet for 15 minutes to draw out moisture. Blot moisture from both sides of the eggplant slices with paper towels. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Whisk the eggs in a shallow bowl. Put the panko bread crumbs in a second bowl. Dip both sides of the eggplant slices into the whisked eggs, then press them into the panko to coat both sides. Arrange the slices on a cooling rack set over a baking sheet.
- 4
Generously spray the tops of the eggplant with cooking spray. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Turn each slice and spray the other side with cooking spray. Bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- 5
Lower the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 6
To assemble the stacks: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set a large slice of eggplant on the parchment. Add a spoonful of Ragu Old World Style Traditional Sauce and a slice of mozzarella on top. Place another eggplant slice over the first and repeat the layers until you have about 5 or 6 slices in a stack. Finish with a generous layer of parmesan cheese.
- 7
Bake the stacks until the cheese has melted, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm.
- Calories 713.3 kcal High 36%
- Protein 27.99 g Good Source 56%
- Carbohydrate 78.1 g 28%
- Total Fat 30.52 g High 39%
- Saturated Fat 8.82 g High 44%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 138.33 mg High 46%
- Sodium 1297.67 mg High 56%
- Dietary Fiber 7.06 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 8.1 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 491.56 mg Good Source 38%
- Iron 1.82 mg Moderate 10%
- Potassium 343.63 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 59.26 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 3.06 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.46 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Stacks is made with 9 ingredients and serves 9. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cooking Spray, Eggplant, Eggs, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 713.3 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Stacks made of?
- The main ingredients are Cooking Spray, Eggplant, Eggs, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Panko. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Stacks?
- About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 713.3 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Stacks easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Stacks healthy?
- Crispy Eggplant Parmesan Stacks has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 713.3 calories and 27.99 g of protein, or 56% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1297.67 mg (56% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.82 g (44% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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