Veggie Waffles | Savoury Waffles for Kids

Veggie Waffles | Savoury Waffles for Kids

Family Recipes for Kids | Mini Food Explorers

2 March 2026 • 1 min read

Veggie Waffles

These savoury veggie waffles are packed with sweet potato, carrot and cheese - a nutritious and delicious way to add more vegetables to your child’s plate.

Time

Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 5 mins per waffle
Total: 15–20 mins

Makes: 6 waffles

Equipment

Grater
Large mixing bowl
Wooden spoon
Waffle machine

Ingredients

1 small sweet potato, grated
1 large carrot, grated
1 spring onion, sliced
3 eggs, beaten
70g plain wholemeal flour
75g grated cheese

Method

1. Add the grated sweet potato, carrot, spring onion, cheese and flour into a large bowl and mix.

2. Add the beaten eggs and stir until fully combined.

3. Preheat your waffle machine and lightly spray with oil if needed.

4. Spoon around ½ cup of mixture into the centre and spread slightly.

5. Close and cook for around 5 minutes until golden and cooked through.

6. Remove and place on a wire rack. Repeat until all mixture is used.

Serve with cherry tomatoes, cucumber and breadsticks.

Cooking With Kids Tip

Grating and mixing are fantastic fine motor activities for little hands.