Croquetas de Jamón
12+ monthsFinger Food
20 minPrep
20 minCook
4Servings
MediumDifficulty
Classic Spanish ham croquettes with a creamy béchamel center and golden exterior. A beloved tapa that babies can enjoy as a finger food.
Allergens
Cook Eggs Thoroughly
Eggs must be fully cooked (no runny yolks or whites) when served to infants and young children to prevent Salmonella infection.
Source: FDA Food Safety
No Added Salt
Do not add salt to food for babies under 12 months. For ages 1–3, limit total sodium to under 800mg per day.
Source: WHO (no added salt for infants) / UK NHS (ages 1–3)
Eczema or Food Allergy? Ask Your Doctor First
If your baby has eczema or a known food allergy, check with your doctor before introducing this food.
Source: NIAID Addendum Guidelines 2017 / AAP 2019 / ASCIA
Ingredients
Jamón20g
Egg1
Panko2 tbsp
Steps
- 1Make béchamel: melt 1 tbsp butter, stir in 1 tbsp flour, then gradually whisk in 1/4 cup milk until thick and smooth.
- 2Fold 20g finely diced jamón into the béchamel; chill until firm enough to shape.
- 3Form small croquettes, dip in beaten egg, and coat lightly in panko.
- 4Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 15–18 minutes until golden and crisp.
- 5Cool completely before serving as finger food.
