Fresh goat cheese and carrot bites
Fresh goat cheese and carrot bites A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fresh goat cheese and carrot bites with nutmeg. SAFETY: check for lactose allergy, ensure carrot is well-cooked for younger babies, peel the apple.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fresh goat cheese and carrot bites with nutmeg. SAFETY: check for lactose allergy, ensure carrot is well-cooked for younger babies, peel the apple.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g fresh goat cheeseAlternative: turkey 🍽️ 80 g carrotAlternative: asparagus 🍽️ 50 g basmati riceAlternative: almond powder 🍽️ 30 g appleAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g nutmegAlternative: coriander 🍽️ 50 piece eggAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 180 kcal
Protein 5 g
Carbs 13 g
Fat 6 g 1
CHECK freshness of the goat cheese (smell, texture) Break the goat cheese into regular 2 cm pieces (finer for 12-18 months) Wash, peel and dice the carrot (cut small for 12-18 months) Cook the basmati rice as directed (12 min) Peel the apple and cut into small cubes (max 5 mm)
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature)
Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Do NOT serve if baby is lactose-allergic Do not cut too large: choking hazard Always peel carrot (digestible) Always peel apple Do not add salt: baby's immature kidneys NEVER add too much nutmeg (very strong for baby) Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (1 cm), cook carrot longer CRITICAL: confirm NO lactose allergy before serving Always peel carrot (digestible) Always peel apple (choking hazard) Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked basmati rice and carrot in a large bowl Add the goat cheese pieces and apple cubes, mix gently Add the beaten egg as binder Pour in the olive oil and a TINY pinch of nutmeg Mix with a wooden spoon Shape the bites with damp hands (diameter 3 cm) Coat each bite with a thin layer of rice flour Place on a tray lined with parchment Let rest 5 min in the fridge Large bowl Wooden spoon Fork Clean hands Tray lined with parchment Do not overmix: goat cheese breaks Do not add too much flour: bites become too dense Do not forget to make bites compact: otherwise they crumble Do not make bites too big: max 4 cm diameter Do not leave air in the bites Always check egg freshness If the dough is too sticky: add 1 tsp rice flour If too dry: add 1 tsp liquid (water or adapted milk) Shape with damp hands: the bites won't stick Make small round bites for finger food Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger bites 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil a baking sheet Arrange the bites leaving 2 cm between each Bake in the middle of the oven for 14 min (goat cheese melts fast) Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the nutmeg sauce: yogurt + TINY pinch nutmeg + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the bites when golden Let cool 3-4 min (cheese is HOT inside) Test the temp with a finger: warm Serve immediately with the sauce on the side Baking sheet Pastry brush Fork Tongs Small bowl Timer Do not forget to preheat Do not overcrowd the sheet Do not open the oven in the first 8 min Do not overcook: cheese leaks out Do not serve too hot: cheese burns mouth Always use VERY mild nutmeg dose Check cooking: golden brown outside, cheese melted For 12-18 months: more moist cooking For 24-36 months: more golden cooking If browning too fast: lower to 160°C Goat cheese melts quickly: don't overcook Sauce: serve cold to preserve probiotics 4
FINAL CHECK: confirm NO lactose allergy before serving Prepare a fresh apple cube garnish (peeled) Arrange the warm bites on baby's plate Add small apple pieces around (peeled) Serve the nutmeg sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the bites Serve warm Watch baby during the meal Monitor allergy signs (rash, swelling - lactose) Put leftovers in the fridge Baby plate Small bowl + suction cup Spoon Non-slip cloth Phone (emergency) Do not serve burning hot FINAL CHECK for lactose allergy before serving Always peel apple to avoid choking Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve goat cheese to lactose-allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Apple adds color and natural sweetness For 12-18 months: cut bites in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
