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Baked Fluffy Eggplant Rollatini garnished with fresh herbs and cheese

Fluffy Eggplant Rollatini Bake

A delightful twist on a classic Italian dish featuring eggplants filled with a creamy cheese blend, baked to perfection.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large eggplants
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded Divided usage
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Divided usage
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the eggplants lengthwise into thin strips, then sprinkle with salt. Let them rest for 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, 1/2 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of a baking dish.
  2. Lay out an eggplant strip, scoop a spoonful of the cheese mixture at one end, and roll it tightly. Place seam-side down in the dish. Repeat until all the strips and filling are used.
  3. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the eggplant rolls and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  4. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Best served with garlic bread or a fresh arugula salad. Drizzle with extra marinara sauce and sprinkle with fresh Parmesan.