Crispy and Delicious Homemade Cheese Balls
Perfect Snack for Babies Before Their First Birthday & Toddlers! Homemade Cheese Balls ♡
Worried about your baby’s picky eating habits or difficulty getting them to drink milk or eat cheese? This recipe offers a delightful solution! These homemade cheese balls are packed with nutrition and are perfect as a snack for babies from before their first birthday up to toddlers. They have a crispy texture and a savory cheese flavor that kids absolutely adore. This has become a go-to snack that I frequently make because my child loves them so much. Let’s get started!
Ingredients- 1-2 slices of cheese (adjust quantity based on your child’s preference)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, cut the cheese slices into bite-sized cubes, similar to Korean ‘kkakdugi’ radish kimchi. Cutting them into smaller pieces makes them easier for your child to pick up and eat.
Step 2
It’s recommended to use an air fryer or a microwave with a transparent door for cooking. This allows you to monitor the cheese, ensuring it doesn’t burn or overcook.
Step 3
If using a microwave, heat the cheese for approximately 40 seconds to 1 minute. It’s best to start with a short duration and gradually increase the time while observing the cheese puff up.
Step 4
For an even crispier and more delicious texture, an air fryer is recommended. As the cheese cooks in the air fryer, you’ll see it puff up like a balloon. Once it starts puffing, it’s almost done.
Step 5
Sometimes, when you take the cheese out thinking it’s fully puffed, it can deflate as it cools. This is a natural process as the moisture evaporates and is nothing to worry about.
Step 6
It’s best to wait until the cheese balls are fully puffed and firm before removing them. They are at their most delicious when they maintain a firm, puffed shape.
Step 7
And voilà! Your delicious homemade cheese balls are ready! Isn’t that incredibly simple? This snack is a fantastic way to encourage children who are reluctant to drink milk or eat cheese to enjoy them. Make these for your child’s health and enjoyment!
