Description
These 8 Minute Airfryer Cauliflower and Cheese Tots are a perfect first food for baby-led weaning. Made with finely chopped steamed cauliflower, oat flour, mild cheddar, and seasoned with garlic granules and black pepper, these tots are a healthy, tasty, and easy-to-make finger food. Quickly airfried to golden perfection, they offer a nutritious snack or meal accompaniment suitable for babies and toddlers.
Ingredients
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Cauliflower Tots Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, steamed and finely chopped (with liquid squeezed out)
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- 1 cup oat flour (blended oats)
- 1/2 cup mild cheddar cheese (or goat cheese)
- 1 egg
- Black pepper, to season
- Drizzle olive oil
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: Add the finely chopped steamed cauliflower, garlic granules, oat flour, cheese, egg, and black pepper into a bowl. Use a spoon to stir the mixture thoroughly until fully combined, ensuring an even consistency.
- Form Tots: Take a tablespoonful of the mixture at a time and shape it into small rounds or tot shapes using your hands. Place each shaped tot onto a plate or tray for easy transfer.
- Prepare for Airfrying: Lightly drizzle a very small amount of olive oil over the shaped tots to help with browning and crisping during cooking.
- Airfry: Place the tots into the airfryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook them for 8-10 minutes at 200ºC (392ºF) until they are golden and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the cauliflower and cheese tots warm accompanied by a dip of your choice and a side of fresh strawberries for a nutritious baby-friendly meal.
Notes
- You can substitute mild cheddar cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Ensure cauliflower is well squeezed to remove excess moisture, which helps the tots hold their shape better during cooking.
- Use gluten-free oats if needed, as oat flour is naturally gluten-free but cross-contamination may occur.
- Adjust seasoning carefully for babies, avoiding added salt; black pepper is optional based on your child’s tolerance.
- Serve tots freshly cooked for the best texture and flavor.
