Feeding toddlers can be a time-consuming task. Start a sourceUrl. With this Toddler Meatball Recipe, everyone will be happy! These meatballs are high in protein and vegetables; they contain just enough omega-3 fatty acids to give your child a fighting chance of being healthy. I’ll be the first to admit that the flavor is a touch different from what you were expecting. Whether you are preparing yourself with some Frozen Baked Potatoes or frying up these Toddler Meatball Recipes for a big family, lunch is lunch after all.
One of the best things about this recipe for toddler meatballs is that it is so versatile and easy to change up. You may adjust any of the ingredients as you like, depending on your particular child’s taste preferences or dietary restrictions. Spinach can go into them. Asparagus? The meatballs are also very practical for busy parents. You can make them ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator or freezer, where they are one less thing during your meal preparation, so you don’t have to worry about it.
The finished meatballs are not difficult for toddlers to make, so you can cook them in practically any sort of pan. When you take the chicken out of the oven, for example, it should be your cue to fry some meatballs and start cooking vegetables. And they can each be small mouths, pudding an illusion for the self-satisfied diners at this little table. This Toddler Meatball Recipe game-changer is perfect for making mealtimes a whole lot more pleasant.
Toddler Meatball Recipe From DishBloom!
Toddler Meatball Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet or frying pan
- Spoon or scoop
- Parchment paper (if baking)
- Fork or spatula (if frying)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs use gluten-free if necessary
- 1/4 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup finely chopped spinach or spinach powder
- 1/4 cup grated cheese optional
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil if frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken or turkey, breadcrumbs, grated carrot, spinach, grated cheese (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Using your hands or a spoon, form the mixture into small, toddler-friendly meatballs (about 1-inch in diameter).
- If baking, place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- If frying, heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches, turning them until they are golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- Let the meatballs cool slightly before serving to your toddler.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, you can finely chop the veggies or even puree them before mixing into the meatball mixture.
- You can substitute the ground meat with beef, pork, or a plant-based alternative.
- These meatballs freeze well! Store them in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
- For a fun twist, serve with a side of homemade tomato sauce or yogurt dip.
Share Your Twist!
Of course, we’d love to hear how you make this toddler meatball recipe your own, so make it up as you please and send us your recipe! Add whatever you think is tastier, first-class or inferior ingredients, cheap ones and good ones, variations on the same food… You may also wish to try salad: Take cucumbers, cut them very small so that they don’t fall apart when mixing in with other things; take some in your hand and squeeze a li. If you want to make meatballs a little more fun for your toddler, try shaping them into cute animal shapes or providing an amusing dipping sauce. No matter what you do, be sure to share it with us in the comments or on social media using the hashtag #ToddlerMeatballTwist. Have fun cooking!