Toddler Sweet Potato and Apple Mini Patties
Nutritious and delicious mini patties made from sweet potatoes and apples. Perfect for toddlers and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and chopped
- 1 medium apple peeled, cored, and grated
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs adjust according to consistency
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for mixing and greasing
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into small chunks. Place them in a pot of boiling water and cook for about 15 minutes or until tender.
- While the sweet potatoes cook, peel and core the apple, then grate it using a box grater.
- Once the sweet potatoes are soft, drain them and mash them in a large bowl.
Mixing
- Add the grated apple to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix in the breadcrumbs, cinnamon, nutmeg, egg, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Combine the ingredients thoroughly until a dough forms.
- Use your hands to shape the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
Baking
- Place the patties on a greased baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
- Let them cool slightly before serving, and enjoy!
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Notes
Serve with yogurt, hummus, or apple sauce for dipping, and pair with fresh fruit slices for a balanced meal. Cut the patties into fun shapes for added excitement.