Mashed Potato Bites

Ingredients

• 2 medium potatoes
• 1 teaspoon butter
• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 2 tablespoons cheddar cheese (grated)
• 1 tablespoon chives (finely chopped, optional)

Method

1. 01

   Peel and dice potatoes. Boil until very soft (about 15 minutes). Drain well.

2. 02

   Mash potatoes thoroughly with a little butter and milk until smooth — no lumps.

3. 03

   Stir in grated cheddar cheese and finely chopped chives if desired. Mix well.

4. 04

   Once cooled slightly, use a spoon or ice cream scoop to portion into small balls. Refrigerate 30 minutes to firm.

5. 05

   Serve chilled or at room temperature. For baked bites: roll in oats and bake at 180°C for 15 minutes until golden.

How to offer

Place 2–3 bites on the high chair tray. Always supervise during feeding. These bites are extremely soft and melt in the mouth — ideal for 6-month-olds just starting BLW. They can be flattened into a disc shape for even easier grasping.

Storage

Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days. Freeze baked bites for up to 1 month. Reheat gently.