Fresh cheese and corn bites
Fresh cheese and corn bites A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fresh cheese and corn bites with oregano. SAFETY: check for lactose allergy, remove whole corn kernels (choking hazard), remove all mandarin membranes and seeds.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fresh cheese and corn bites with oregano. SAFETY: check for lactose allergy, remove whole corn kernels (choking hazard), remove all mandarin membranes and seeds.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g fresh cheeseAlternative: egg 🍽️ 80 g cornAlternative: carrot 🍽️ 50 g fine semolinaAlternative: pita bread 🍽️ 30 g mandarinAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g oreganoAlternative: nutmeg 🍽️ 50 piece plain yogurtAlternative: fresh cheese 2 servings
Melting pieces, perfect for developing chewing safely.
No major allergen identified.
May contain traces of gluten.
per portion
Calories 156 kcal
Protein 12 g
Carbs 13 g
Fat 7 g 1
CHECK freshness of the fresh cheese (smell, texture) Break the fresh cheese into regular 2 cm pieces (finer for 12-18 months) Cut the corn kernels in HALF lengthwise (CRITICAL - whole kernels are choking hazard) Cook the fine semolina as directed (10 min) Peel the mandarin and REMOVE ALL MEMBRANES and seeds
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 CRITICAL: never serve whole corn kernels Always remove all mandarin membranes 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) CRITICAL: confirm NO lactose allergy before serving ALWAYS cut corn kernels in half lengthwise Always remove all mandarin membranes and seeds Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked semolina and corn halves in a large bowl Add the fresh cheese pieces and mandarin segments, mix gently Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and oregano Mix with a wooden spoon Shape the bites with damp hands (diameter 3 cm) Coat each bite with a thin layer of semolina 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: fresh 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 yogurt 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 15 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the oregano sauce: yogurt + oregano + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the bites when golden Let cool 3-4 min 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: bites become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always check corn is fully cooked Check cooking: golden brown outside, semolina cooked For 12-18 months: more moist cooking For 24-36 months: more golden cooking If browning too fast: lower to 160°C Test with a toothpick: should come out clean Sauce: serve cold to preserve probiotics 4
FINAL CHECK: confirm NO lactose allergy before serving Prepare a fresh mandarin segment garnish (no membranes) Arrange the warm bites on baby's plate Add small mandarin pieces around (no membranes) Serve the oregano 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 remove all mandarin membranes before serving Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve fresh cheese to lactose-allergic baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Mandarin 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 
