Description
These Broccoli and Cheesy First Muffins are perfect for baby led weaning, combining nutritious broccoli and mild Gouda goat cheese in a soft, easy-to-eat muffin. With wholesome ingredients and a simple baking method, they make for a delicious and healthy snack that babies can enjoy warm or cold.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 140 g (1 cup) plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- Handful parsley leaves, finely chopped
Wet Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 190 ml (3/4 cup) milk
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) olive oil
Add-ins
- 100 g Gouda goat cheese, cut into small squares
- 150 g cooked broccoli, finely diced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 160ºC (320ºF) so it heats evenly while you prepare the batter.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine plain flour, baking powder, garlic granules, and finely chopped parsley leaves. Stir thoroughly to distribute all the dry elements evenly.
- Add wet ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry mixture; then add the egg, milk, and olive oil. Stir everything together vigorously until it forms a thick, smooth batter without lumps.
- Fold in cheese and broccoli: Gently incorporate the small Gouda goat cheese squares and the finely diced cooked broccoli into the batter, ensuring they’re evenly dispersed but not overmixed.
- Divide into muffin tin: Spoon the mixture into a mini muffin tin, filling each cup evenly. This recipe makes approximately 30 mini muffins.
- Bake the muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. Test by inserting a skewer or toothpick in a muffin—it should come out clean when done.
- Cool and serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving. These can be enjoyed warm or cold, perfect for little hands to hold during baby led weaning sessions.
Notes
- Ensure the broccoli is cooked soft enough for your baby to chew easily.
- You can substitute Gouda goat cheese with other mild cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar if preferred.
- These muffins freeze well—store in an airtight container and reheat before serving.
- Suitable for freezing in a single layer before transferring to a bag to prevent sticking.
- If you prefer a dairy-free version, substitute goat cheese and milk with suitable alternatives, but freezer and texture results may vary.
