Easy Cheesy 4 Ingredient Broccoli Bites
Perfect for baby-led weaning, toddlers, and big kids too! Make a big batch and freeze them for easy lunches and snacks.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups broccoli (fresh or frozen)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (yellow or white)
- 3 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- ¾ cup plain whole wheat breadcrumbs (sub gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Chop broccoli into tiny florets and steam for 2-3 minutes until tender
- Mix all 4 ingredients together in a large bowl
- Form small patties and place on the parchment-lined baking sheet
- Bake for 15 minutes, then gently flip the patties and bake for another 10 minutes
Notes
- If you’re making these for baby-led weaning purposes, I recommend using plain breadcrumbs without any added ingredients. Most store-bought breadcrumbs contain lots of salt and sugar. I’ve used Whole Foods 365 brand and also homemade breadcrumbs.
- If making these for a toddler, feel free to add a little salt, pepper, garlic powder, etc. – for baby-led weaning, I personally wouldn’t add any salt.
- These keep in the freezer for about a month. Be sure to flash-freeze on the baking sheet first (as noted below) – otherwise they will all freeze together in one big clump!
- I have made these dairy-free before (for my husband) by using Daiya shredded cheddar cheese.
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.