Fresh cheese cupcakes with lychees and cucumber
Fresh cheese cupcakes with lychees and cucumber A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fresh cheese cupcakes with lychees and cucumber (cupcake-shaped), brown rice and vanilla. SAFETY: REMOVE LYCHEE PITS (choking + cyanide), CUCUMBER PEELED (skin hard for baby), LACTOSE check.
A recipe suitable for baby 12-36 months. Fresh cheese cupcakes with lychees and cucumber (cupcake-shaped), brown rice and vanilla. SAFETY: REMOVE LYCHEE PITS (choking + cyanide), CUCUMBER PEELED (skin hard for baby), LACTOSE check.
Difficulty Little dishes, big smiles!
🍽️ 60 g fresh cheeseAlternative: canned tuna (in water) 🍽️ 80 g cucumberAlternative: broccoli 🍽️ 50 g brown riceAlternative: couscous 🍽️ 30 g cucumberAlternative: orange or kiwi 🫒 1 tbsp olive oilAlternative: rapeseed oil 🍽️ 3 g vanillaAlternative: sweet paprika 🍽️ 50 g 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 214 kcal
Protein 12 g
Carbs 14 g
Fat 3 g 1
CHECK NO LACTOSE INTOLERANCE (cheese, yogurt - if needed substitute) PEEL cucumber (CRITICAL - skin hard for baby) Cut the cucumber into small cubes PEEL the lychees (CRITICAL - remove all skin) REMOVE ALL LYCHEE PITS (CRITICAL - choking + cyanide)
Cut the lychee flesh into small pieces
Cook the brown rice as directed (25-30 min)
Wash and chop vanilla
Check the yogurt freshness
Take all ingredients out 20 min before (room temperature) Cutting board Paring knife Kitchen scale Mixing bowl Steamer pot Cupcake molds (silicone) Do NOT serve if lactose intolerant CRITICAL: cucumber skin is hard for baby CRITICAL: lychee pits are choking hazard + cyanide CRITICAL: whole lychee flesh is choking hazard Do not add sugar: baby's immature kidneys Always check yogurt freshness Cut ALL pieces the same size for even cooking For 12-18 months: thinner pieces (0.8 cm) CRITICAL: confirm NO lactose intolerance before serving CRITICAL: ALWAYS peel cucumber and remove lychee pits CRITICAL: ALWAYS cut lychee flesh in small pieces Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 2
Mix the cooked brown rice and cucumber cubes in a large bowl Add the fresh cheese pieces and lychee pieces Add the plain yogurt as binder Pour in the olive oil and vanilla Mix with a wooden spoon Shape into cupcakes using silicone molds (4-5 cm diameter) Press the mixture gently into the molds Place on a baking sheet Let rest 5 min in the fridge Large bowl Wooden spoon Fork Clean hands Cupcake molds (silicone) Baking sheet Do not overmix: cheese breaks Do not add too much flour: cupcakes become too dense Do not make cupcakes too big: max 5 cm diameter Do not leave air in the cupcakes Always check yogurt freshness Always check lychee deseeding If the dough is too sticky: add 1 tsp rice flour If too dry: add 1 tsp liquid (water or adapted milk) Use silicone molds for easy unmolding Vary sizes according to age For 24-36 months: bigger cupcakes Take out 30 min before for better incorporation 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan Lightly oil the cupcake molds Arrange the cupcakes on a baking sheet Bake in the middle of the oven for 15-18 min Check cooking halfway through Meanwhile, prepare the vanilla sauce: yogurt + pinch vanilla + 1 tsp olive oil Mix the sauce well and chill Remove the cupcakes when golden Let cool 3-4 min before unmolding 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: cupcakes become hard Do not serve sauce too warm (kills probiotics) Always unmold carefully Check cooking: golden brown outside 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 intolerance + no cucumber skin + no lychee pits Prepare a fresh small lychee piece garnish Unmold the warm cupcakes Arrange on baby's plate Add small lychee pieces around Serve the vanilla sauce in a small separate bowl Show how to pick up the cupcakes 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 + cucumber skin + lychee pits Always serve lychee pitted and in small pieces Do not leave baby alone Do not reheat several times NEVER serve dairy to lactose intolerant baby Serve warm: flavors are more developed Lychee adds exotic sweetness For 12-18 months: cut cupcakes in half Silicone bowl with suction cup Offer 2-3 different sides Keep phone nearby in case of allergic reaction 
