Egg, Cheese & Veggie Mini Muffins
12+ monthsBaked
15 minPrep
20 minCook
12Servings
MediumDifficulty
Protein-packed savory mini muffins loaded with vegetables and cheese, perfect for on-the-go toddler snacks.
Allergens
Milk
Eggs
Choking Hazard: Hard Foods
Raw carrots, raw apple chunks, whole nuts, and other hard foods must be cooked until soft or finely ground for infants and toddlers.
Source: CDC Choking Prevention Guidelines
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
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
Egg3 large
Cheddar Cheese40g
Zucchini1 small
Carrot1 small
Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- 2Finely grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean cloth.
- 3Finely grate carrot.
- 4Grate cheese finely.
- 5Whisk eggs in a bowl.
- 6Add grated zucchini, carrot, and cheese to the eggs and mix well.
- 7Spoon mixture into mini muffin tin, filling each about three-quarters full.
- 8Bake for 15–18 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- 9Cool on a wire rack before serving.