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 a touch of garlic, these tots are healthy, easy to make, and cooked quickly in the air fryer for a crispy, delicious snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 head cauliflower, steamed and finely chopped (with liquid squeezed out)
Flour and Cheese
- 1 cup oat flour (blended oats)
- 1/2 cup mild cheddar cheese (or goat cheese)
Seasonings and Others
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- 1 egg
- Black pepper, to season
- Drizzle of olive oil
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, add the finely chopped steamed cauliflower, garlic granules, oat flour, mild cheddar cheese, egg, and black pepper. Stir well with a spoon until the mixture is fully combined and forms a cohesive batter.
- Shape Tots: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and shape them into rounds or tot shapes with your hands. Place the shaped tots onto a plate, ready for cooking.
- Prepare for Airfrying: Lightly drizzle a very small amount of olive oil over the tots to help crisp them during cooking. This step adds flavor and promotes a golden exterior.
- Airfry Tots: Preheat your air fryer to 200ºC (392ºF). Place the tots in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook them for 8 to 10 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove the tots from the air fryer and serve warm. They pair nicely with a dip of your choice and a side of fresh strawberries for a nutritious and balanced meal or snack.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the steamed cauliflower to prevent soggy tots.
- You can substitute oat flour with gluten-free flour if needed.
- Use mild cheese suitable for babies, such as mild cheddar or goat cheese.
- Monitor the air fryer as cooking times may vary slightly depending on the model and size of the tots.
- Serve with baby-safe dips and fruits for balanced nutrition.
