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Cheesy Broccoli Nuggets 🥦🧀
These cheesy broccoli nuggets are soft, easy to hold, and packed with goodness from a whole head of broccoli. Perfect for baby-led weaning, toddler snacks, lunchboxes, and busy days on the go.
These nuggets are super delicious and packed with nutrients. With cheese, breadcrumbs, and eggs, they’re really easy to make and freeze beautifully too. Just mash, mix, shape, and bake.
Why You’ll Love These
- Made with a whole head of broccoli
- Easy for little hands to hold
- Great starter food for baby-led weaning
- Perfect hot or cold
- Ideal for lunchboxes and on-the-go snacks
What You’ll Need
- Broccoli: the base of the nuggets and full of nutrients
- Cheese: adds flavour and richness
- Breadcrumbs: helps bind the mixture and reduces stickiness
- Eggs: the binder that holds everything together
Step by Step
- Steam your broccoli until soft.
- Mash your broccoli well in a bowl.
- Add egg, breadcrumbs, and cheese.
- Mix until everything is well combined.
- Shape into little nuggets.
- Bake until golden and cooked through.
Serving Ideas
I love serving these with fresh fruit, and they’re also really yummy with tomato sauce. You can enjoy them warm or cold, which makes them extra handy for busy days.
Storage & Reheating
- Freeze extras for an easy grab-and-go option later
- Reheat in the microwave for convenience
- Use the air fryer if you want them a little crispier
These cheesy broccoli nuggets are a fun, practical way to get more veggies into little ones while keeping snack time easy.
