Zucchini Fritters for Baby & Toddler (Cheddar)
Golden little fritters of grated zucchini and cheddar. A hand-held way to serve vegetables, good warm or cold.
Ingredients
Makes about 12 fritters
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Method
- 1
Squeeze as much water as you can out of the zucchini with a clean towel.
- 2
Mix the zucchini, egg, flour, cheese and spring onion.
- 3
Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook tablespoons of batter, flattened, for 3 minutes per side, until golden and set all the way through.
- 4
Cool on paper towels before serving.
Toddler plate & family plate
Toddler plate
1–2 fritters, whole or cut into strips, with plain yogurt to dip.
Family plate
Serve with a poached egg and salad for adults.
health_and_safetyAllergens
Contains egg, wheat and milk (top 9 allergens).
sync_altSwaps
- swap_horizUse chickpea flour for a wheat-free version.
- swap_horizAdd ½ cup grated carrot.
kitchenStorage
Fridge 3 days. Freeze up to 2 months; reheat in the oven.
Safety reminders
- Cut round foods (grapes, cherry tomatoes, blueberries) into quarters for children under 4.
- Keep toddlers seated while eating.
- Serve nut butters thinly spread, never as whole nuts.
- This recipe is general guidance for healthy, full-term babies and children. Ask your pediatrician first if your child was born early, has a medical condition, allergies or feeding difficulties (medical disclaimer).
