Snack

Cheesy Rice Bites

Name: Cheesy Rice Bites
Prep time: 15M
Cook time: 20M
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 200g cooked basmati rice; 50g mild cheddar cheese; 1 medium egg; 2 tbsp plain flour; 1 tbsp olive oil

Golden crispy outside, fluffy cheesy rice inside - these bite-sized treasures are irresistible to tiny fingers!

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Age advice

Under 12 months: avoid honey. No whole nuts; crush/flake nut products. Offer very soft textures.

Allergen info

Contains dairy (or alternatives if swapped).

Allergen info

Contains egg (ensure fully set for safety).

Allergen info

Contains gluten unless using GF alternatives.

Storage

Cool quickly. Refrigerate within 2 hours. Reheat until steaming hot. Defrost in the fridge/microwave and eat within 24 hours of defrosting.

Prep: 15mCook: 20mServes: 46+ months

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Mess Level

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Moderate Mess

Portion ControlAdjust the portion size to match your toddler's appetite, offering small servings and allowing them to ask for more if still hungry.

Original Recipe

As written in recipe

x2.5

IngredientsMethod

Ingredients

200 g cooked basmati rice
50 g mild cheddar cheese
1 medium egg
2 tbsp plain flour
1 tbsp olive oil

Frequently Asked Questions

Cost Breakdown

Basmati rice £2.00

Mild cheddar cheese £3.50

Free-range eggs £2.25

Plain flour £1.15

Olive oil £3.00

Total: £11.90

Nutrition Per Serving

Protein

12g

Carbs

Fat

Fibre

Safety Notes

Ensure rice balls are soft enough to squish between your fingers before serving
Cut in half for babies under 12 months

Chef's Tips

Here's my top tip: make double and freeze half for emergency snacks!
Don't worry if they fall apart - just squish them back together and carry on!

For Picky Eaters

Alternative

If your little one isn't keen on cheese, try mixing in some finely chopped cooked chicken instead

Alternative

For fussy eaters, try making them smaller - sometimes tiny portions are less intimidating!