1. Wash, peel and dice 300 g sweet potato into roughly 2 cm cubes—small pieces cook faster and are easier for a toddler to handle.
2. Place the diced sweet potato in a small saucepan with just enough water to cover the bottom (about 50–100 ml). Cover and steam/boil gently for about 12–15 minutes until very soft when pierced with a fork. Drain.
3. While the sweet potato cooks, cook 100 g peas: if frozen, add to a small pan with 30–50 ml water, cover and simmer 3–4 minutes until tender; if fresh, cook 4–5 minutes until tender. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
4. Place the cooked sweet potato and peas in a bowl. Using a fork or a potato masher, lightly mash together—leave some pea texture so the mixture is soft but not a smooth puree (appropriate for baby-led weaning and easy for a 10+ month old to gum).
5. Form the mixture into small patties or thumb-sized cakes (about 6–8 cakes, each 25–30 g). Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking.
6. Heat 5 g (about 1 tsp) olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the cakes and cook 3–4 minutes on each side until lightly golden and cooked through. Keep the heat moderate so the inside stays soft.
7. Transfer the cakes to a plate and let them cool to lukewarm. For baby-led weaning, offer whole cakes or halves (depending on your toddler’s grasp and chewing ability); ensure pieces are a safe size and texture and always supervise eating.

Summary

Easy, finger-friendly sweet potato & pea cakes suitable for baby-led weaning from 10 months. Soft, lightly textured patties that encourage self-feeding; no added salt or strong seasoning.

Storing

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 48 hours. To freeze, place on a tray to flash-freeze, then store in a freezer bag for up to 1 month. Reheat thoroughly (oven 160°C until hot, or defrost then pan-fry) and cool to an appropriate temperature before serving.

Allergies & Side effects

Contains peas (legume). Check for family history of food allergies when introducing new foods—offer a small amount first and wait 2–3 days before introducing other new foods. Always supervise toddlers while eating, offer water, and avoid adding salt, sugar or honey. If any choking concerns or allergic reactions occur (rash, vomiting, swelling, difficulty breathing), stop feeding and seek medical help immediately.