{"id":9724,"date":"2026-05-18T12:03:04","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T10:03:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cookingformybaby.com\/en\/?p=9724"},"modified":"2026-05-26T10:03:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T08:03:27","slug":"broccoli-cheese-bites-baby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cookingformybaby.com\/en\/broccoli-cheese-bites-baby\/","title":{"rendered":"Broccoli and cheese bites for Babies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Today, we\u2019re turning broccoli into soft little cheese bites<\/strong> for babies.
The idea: offer a green vegetable<\/strong> in a more playful form that is easy to pick up with little fingers, while keeping the ingredients simple and the texture soft and tender inside. Broccoli is the perfect vegetable for making these baby-friendly bites!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These broccoli<\/a>\u2013cheese<\/a> bites can generally be offered to baby from 9 months<\/strong>, once baby is already comfortable with very soft pieces and finger foods. Always serve them without added salt<\/strong>, and adjust the size of the pieces to baby\u2019s comfort level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These bites are super finger foods<\/a>, easy to make, quick, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a picnic with baby! They are also great toddler snacks<\/a> \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

(makes about 4 to 6 bites, depending on the size of your molds)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • about 1 cup broccoli florets (120 g)<\/strong> (florets only, without the large tough stems)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 egg<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 level tablespoon flour (10 g)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • about 2 tablespoons grated Swiss cheese or cheddar (15 g)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 tablespoon cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Optional: a pinch of fresh herbs<\/strong> (basil, parsley)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    How to Make Broccoli and swiss cheese bites for babies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Cook the broccoli<\/strong>
    Start by rinsing the broccoli florets.
    Steam them until they are very tender<\/strong> (8 to 10 minutes).
    A knife should slide in easily. Once cooked, drain the broccoli pieces well to avoid adding too much water to the mixture (you can even press them gently).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Finely chop the broccoli<\/strong>
    Cut or chop the broccoli into small pieces<\/strong>.
    You want very fine pieces so the bites hold together well, while still keeping a little \u201cbroccoli texture.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \"Chopped
    Chopped broccoli<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Prepare the bites batter<\/strong>
    In a mixing bowl or large bowl, crack the egg<\/strong> and beat it lightly.
    Add:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • the spoonful of cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche<\/strong> (sour cream), the flour<\/strong>, the grated swiss cheese<\/strong>, then the chopped broccoli<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
      \n
      \"Adding

      <\/p>\n

      Adding the cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
      \n
      \"Adding

      <\/p>\n

      Adding the flour<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
      \n
      \"Adding

      <\/p>\n

      Adding the swiss cheese<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Mix well until the preparation is smooth and evenly combined.
      \nThe texture should be thick and a little \u201csticky\u201d<\/strong>, not runny.
      \nIf it is really too loose (because the broccoli is very wet), you can add one small spoonful of flour<\/strong> more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Fill the molds<\/strong>
      Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C, convection\/fan)<\/strong>.
      Very lightly oil mini muffin molds<\/strong> or small silicone molds, if needed. Divide the mixture among the molds without overfilling them (about 3\/4 full).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \n
      \"Broccoli

      <\/p>\n

      Broccoli and swiss cheese bites in the molds before baking<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Bake<\/strong>
      Bake at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C)<\/strong> for about 12 to 15 minutes<\/strong>.
      The bites should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • be set in the center<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • lightly golden on top<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • but still soft<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        You can test them by inserting the tip of a knife: it should come out clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Let cool slightly and adapt the size of the pieces<\/strong>
        Let the bites cool slightly<\/strong> on a plate or wire rack.
        For baby, you can serve them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • as half-bites<\/strong> or quarters<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • or cut into sticks<\/strong> that baby can easily pick up with their hands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          The inside should stay soft and easy to mash<\/strong> between your fingers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          \n
          \"Texture

          <\/p>\n

          Texture of the broccoli and swiss cheese cake for baby<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

          How to Serve These bites to your baby<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          These broccoli\u2013swiss cheese bites can be offered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • during dinner<\/strong>, with:\n
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            • vegetables (soup, pur\u00e9e, soft-cooked vegetables, starches),<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • or as finger food<\/strong> to help baby get used to handling soft pieces of food.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Always adjust the amount to baby\u2019s appetite: baby may eat part of one bite or several<\/strong>, depending on age and what is served alongside it at the same meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                \n
              • In the refrigerator<\/strong>

                You can keep these bites for 24 hours in the fridge<\/strong>, in an airtight container.

                They can be served cold or slightly warmed (a few seconds in the microwave or in the oven, making sure to check the temperature carefully).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • In the freezer<\/strong>

                You can freeze the bites once cooked and cooled, for about 1 month<\/strong>.

                Let them thaw in the refrigerator, then warm them gently before serving to baby.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                At what age can I offer these bites?<\/h3>\n
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                You can offer this type of bite when baby is already comfortable with very soft pieces<\/strong>, usually around 9\u201310 months<\/strong>. Always supervise baby while eating.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                What if baby is not very comfortable with pieces yet?<\/h3>\n
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                You can:
                \noffer a very small portion<\/strong>,
                \nlightly mash the bite with a fork to create a more \u201cmashed\u201d texture,
                \nor save this recipe for a little later and stick with smoother pur\u00e9es for now.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                Can I replace swiss cheese with another cheese?<\/h3>\n
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                Yes, you can use another grated cheese<\/strong> (Comt\u00e9, cheddar, etc.).
                \nDo not add salt: the cheese already brings enough flavor!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                Can this recipe be made without cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche?<\/h3>\n
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                Yes, you can replace the cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche with:
                \na little plain yogurt<\/strong>,
                \nor plain cream cheese\/fresh cheese<\/strong> (such as petit suisse or fresh cheese),
                \nwhile keeping the mixture thick enough for the bites to hold together.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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                Can these bites make a complete meal?<\/h3>\n
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                They provide starch + vegetable + a little protein from the egg and cheese<\/strong>.
                \nThey can be included in a dinner meal with, for example:
                \na little extra vegetable<\/strong> (soup, pur\u00e9e),
                \nand milk<\/strong> (breast milk or infant formula) depending on baby\u2019s age and meal routine.
                \nAlways adjust according to what baby eats throughout the day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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