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Toddler Zucchini + Carrot Fritters

4.35 from 73 votes
Zucchini and carrots are such healthy vegetables that they should be a regular part of your child’s diet. These Toddler Zucchini + Carrot Fritters are the perfect way to incorporate them from baby to toddler years.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10 Fritters
Course: Baby FInger Foods, Toddler Finger Foods
Cuisine: Baby & Toddler Finger Foods
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup zucchini grated
  • 1/4 cup carrots grated
  • handful fresh herbs, chopped cilantro, parsley, chives, green onions, etc.
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt optional (you can omit for babies under 1)

Equipment

  • grater
  • mixing bowl
  • sheet pan
  • parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350º F.
  2. Grate the zucchini and carrots.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the egg and milk.
  4. Add the zucchini, carrots and herbs and mix well.
  5. Add the flour and salt (optional) and gently mixed until combined. Don’t over mix it.
  6. Use a tablespoon to spoon the batter onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges begin to turn golden brown.

Notes

Vegan Substitutes:
  • To substitute a flax egg or chia egg for the chicken egg, simply mix together 1 tablespoon of ground flax seeds or ground chia seeds and 3 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then add it to the recipe.
  • Substitutes cow's milk with your favorite non-dairy milk.
Storing:
  • These fritters can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months.