Broccoli and Cheese Bites
Have your kids falling in love with broccoli with these delicious cheesy morsels. Broccoli and cheese bites are a nutritious midday snack or afternoon tea and are perfectly shaped for small hands. Watch your cheesy broccoli bites disappear before your eyes with this recipe that the whole family is certain to love.
Ingredients
2 cups (170g) broccoli florets
½ cup (60g) grated tasty cheese
1 large egg
½ cup (75g) panko Japanese breadcrumbs
3 scoops NAN Toddler Milk Drink powder
Olive oil spray
Step by step
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Broccoli and Cheese Bites Recipe
- Preheat oven to 160°C/ 140°C fan forced. Grease and line a baking tray
- Steam broccoli until just tender. Using a food processor, blend or process broccoli, cheese, egg and breadcrumbs, and NAN Toddler Drink powder; blend or process until finely chopped and just combined.
- Roll level tablespoons of mixture into balls, flatten slightly.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Alternatively, cook in an air fryer at 180°C for 12-15 minutes (tip: grease air fryer base well to prevent sticking).
Broccoli And Cheese Bites FAQs
Will my little one want to eat a snack containing broccoli?
Often, young children can be deterred by green veg like broccoli. Thankfully, these Broccoli and Cheese Bites are packed with tasty cheese which balances out the broccoli flavour. If you’re still concerned that they won’t like the greens, pair it with your toddlers favourite dipping sauce.
Will other types of cheese work in this cheesy broccoli bite recipe?
Many cheeses work great in this recipe! Some good alternatives include grated cheddar, mozzarella, or feta.
How should I serve my Broccoli and Cheese Bites?
These broccoli bites can be enjoyed as is, with some dipping sauce, or for older little ones, served on a wrap with salad.
If my little one dislikes broccoli, what can I use in this recipe instead?
Sometimes veggies are too much for little ones! For some easy alternatives, you can try cauliflower, baby spinach, silverbeet, kale or brussels sprouts.
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