Recipes For Toddlers
If you’re on the hunt for some easy-to-cook and healthy recipes for toddlers, then you’re in the right place! I have 4 wonderful recipes for toddlers that are sure to go down a treat with even the fussiest of eaters. There’s no reason why vegetables can’t be yummy, and you can eat these recipes too! I know being a parent can be a full-time job so I’ve tried to keep prep and cooking times quick so you can get down to the best part; eating! Here are some delicious recipes for toddlers! Bon appetit!
1.Courgette and pea risotto with prawns
This is one of the easiest to make recipes for toddlers going, taking under 30 minutes in total! The recipe is done with prawns but feel free to add chicken or any meat of your choice. As always, be generous with the cheese!
Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cooking Time: 21 minutes
Serves: 3 adult portions or 2 adult and 2 toddler portions
Ingredients:
200g arborio rice
1 large garlic clove, crushed
2 spring onions, finely sliced
900ml low-salt chicken stock
120g frozen peas
1 large courgette, diced
50g grated medium or mature cheddar, plus extra to serve
140g cooked prawns (or chicken)
Method:
Start by placing the garlic, spring onions, and rice into a large-sized bowl suitable for microwaving, then pour in the 400ml of chicken stock. Cover the bowl with cling film and microwave on a high setting for about 10 minutes. Add another 250ml of the leftover stock, and be sure to stir the rice. Cover the bowl and continue to microwave on a high for a further 3 minutes.
Before adding the courgette, frozen peas, and the remaining stock, stir the rice again. Cover the bowl and microwave on high for 8 more minutes. Mix in the prawns (or chicken if your toddler doesn’t have a taste for seafood) and cheese, then leave to stand for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with some more cheese and enjoy one of the yummiest recipes for toddlers.
2. Chicken cashew satay on lolly sticks
If you’re looking for some recipes for toddlers that make a fun lunchtime snack or even dinner, then try your hand at this one. It is great for baby-lead weaning and is super tasty as well!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 3 toddlers
Ingredients:
1 large chicken breast, cut into 9 pieces
1 tsp rapeseed oil
1 small crushed garlic clove
1 ½ tbsp smooth cashew nut butter
1 tsp reduced salt soy sauce
½ tsp honey
50ml coconut milk mixed with 2 tbsp water
basmati rice and steamed Tenderstem broccoli, to serve
Method:
Start by preheating your oven to 180C/gas 4/160 C fan. Place the chunks of chicken onto the 3 lolly sticks and arrange on a try, cooking for about 8-10 minutes (or until they are cooked all the way through).
In the meantime, heat the rapeseed oil in a small-sized saucepan and add the crushed garlic - cook for one minute. Stir in the butter, honey, soy sauce, and coconut milk until warm.
Serve these yummy chicken lolly sticks with a spoonful of dip, Tenderstem broccoli (can’t forget the veg), and rice.
3. Cauliflower cheese cakes
This is one of the best recipes for toddlers who are being introduced to baby-led weaning. They are easy to freeze so can easily be served up as a snack the next day! Have these cauliflower cheese cakes for lunch or dinner.
Note: This recipe does require a food processor. If you do not have one of these, then just finely chop the ingredients.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 28 minutes
Serves: 8 cakes - 4 toddler portions
Ingredients:
oil, for greasing
½ head of cauliflower, cut into florets (about 200g)
1 slice brown bread, ripped into chunks
1 egg
50g grated cheddar
a few snipped chives
Method:
Begin by preheating the oven to 180C/160 fan/gas 4. Line your baking tray with foil and brush with a splash of oil. Place the cauliflower into a steamer over piping hot water and cook for about 8 minutes (or until soft). Leave to cool.
Place the bread into a food processor until you have crumbs. Then add the egg, cauliflower, grated cheese, chives, and a twist of black pepper and pulse until you reach a chunky consistency.
Arrange into 8 patties and place on the baking tray. Cook until golden and slightly crisp around the edges (this should take about 20 minutes).
4. Easy fish pie recipe
Fish is a fantastic component of any recipes for toddlers! It is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins, all of which are essential for healthy growth. This particular recipe is quick and easy to prepare and can be made for the whole family!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Serves: A family of 4-6 or 6-8 toddler meals
Ingredients:
1kg Maris Piper potatoes, peeled and halved
400ml milk, plus a splash
25g butter, plus a knob
25g plain flour
4 spring onions, finely sliced
1 x pack fish pie mix (cod, salmon, smoked haddock, etc, weight around 320g-400g depending on pack size)
1 tsp Dijon or English mustard
½ a 25g pack or a small bunch of chives, finely snipped
handful frozen sweetcorn
a handful of frozen petits pois
a handful of grated cheddar
Method:
Start by preheating the oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas mark 6. Place 1kg of peeled and halved potatoes into a saucepan and pour ample water to submerge them. Bring to a boil and then simmer until nice and soft.
Once cooked, drain and mash with a dash of milk and a knob of butter. Add some ground black pepper for seasoning.
Place 25g of plain flour, 25g of butter, and 4 finely chopped spring onions in a separate pan and heat gently until the butter has melted. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring regularly.
Slowly introduce 400ml of milk using a balloon whisk if you have one. Once at a boil, make sure to stir to avoid any lumps or sticking at the bottom. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until nice and thick.
Take this off the heat, and stir in 320g-400g mixed fish, 1 tsp Dijon or English mustard, a small bunch of finely snipped chives, a handful of sweetcorn, and a handful of petits pois. Using a spoon, place into an ovenproof dish or 6-8 ramekins.
Spoon the potato on top and cover with a handful of grated cheddar cheese.
Cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until nice and golden and bubbling around the edges. You can always cover and freeze to enjoy at a later time!
