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8 Minute Airfryer Cauliflower and Cheese Tots for Baby Led Weaning Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
  • Total Time: 18-20 minutes
  • Yield: 20 tots
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These 8 Minute Airfryer Cauliflower and Cheese Tots are a perfect first food for baby-led weaning. Made with steamed cauliflower, mild cheddar cheese, oat flour, and lightly seasoned with garlic granules and black pepper, these tots are quick to prepare, healthy, and delicious. Airfried to crispy perfection, they make a nutritious finger food ideal for toddlers and adults alike.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

  • 1 head cauliflower, steamed and finely chopped, liquid squeezed out

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 tsp garlic granules
  • 1 cup oat flour (blended oats)
  • Black pepper, to season

Dairy and Eggs

  • 1/2 cup mild cheddar cheese (or goat cheese)
  • 1 egg

Others

  • Drizzle olive oil (for airfryer cooking)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the steamed and finely chopped cauliflower, garlic granules, oat flour, mild cheddar cheese, egg, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly with a spoon to combine into a uniform mixture.
  2. Shape Tots: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and shape each into small rounds or tot shapes using your hands. Place the shaped tots onto a plate ready for cooking.
  3. Prepare for Airfrying: Lightly drizzle a very small amount of olive oil over the tots to encourage browning and crispiness during cooking.
  4. Airfry Tots: Arrange the tots in a single layer in the airfryer basket. Cook them in the airfryer at 200ºC (about 392ºF) for 8 to 10 minutes until they are golden and cooked through, turning or shaking the basket halfway if needed for even cooking.
  5. Serve: Remove from the airfryer and serve warm with a favorite dip and a side of fresh strawberries for a balanced, tasty meal.

Notes

  • Ensure cauliflower is finely chopped and excess moisture is squeezed out to help the tots hold their shape better.
  • You can substitute mild cheddar cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
  • Adjust cooking time slightly based on your airfryer model for optimal crispiness.
  • This recipe is suitable for baby-led weaning as it uses natural ingredients and is easy for little hands to hold.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the airfryer for best results.

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