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Cheddar Butter Bean Bites

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Cheddar Butter Bean Bites - delicious cheesy bites, perfect for dipping, snacking, picnics or lunches. 

cheddar butter bean bites on parchment paper lined baking tray with bowl of salsa above

This was a last minute throw together that worked perfectly and is not a regular rotation for lunches. 

In fact, these were not even planned, I had grabbed a tin out of the pantry thinking it was sweetcorn, didn't pay much attention opened the can only to realise it was actually butter beans.

Not wanting to waste them, I grabbed a few other ingredients I had on hand, formed them into patties, popped in the oven and voila - these Cheddar Butter Bean Bites were the result.

They were so yummy I had to go and buy some more butter beans so I could make them again. 

close up of cheddar butter bean bites on wooden spatula from parchment paper lined baking tray

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close up of cheddar butter bean bites on wooden spatula from parchment paper lined baking tray

How can I add a ⅓ speed foods to these Cheddar Butter Bean Bites?

These pair really well as a side to yummy vegetable soup and there are many Soup Recipes to choose from on Slimming Eats

My favourite way to enjoy these is in a mixed salad bowl along with crisp lettuce, cucumber, beets, pickled onions and then as well as those speed foods, I also like

  • Avocado 
  • Quinoa, couscous or rice
  • Salsa

Perfect in a lunch box or on a picnic too and can be eaten hot or cold - yum!!!

Cheddar Butter Bean Bites in cream bowl with quinoa, cucumber, lettuce, salsa, avocado, beets and picked onions

Kitchen items used to make these Cheddar Butter Bean Bites:

close up of Cheddar Butter Bean Bites in cream bowl with quinoa, cucumber, lettuce, salsa, avocado, beets and picked onions

This recipe was originally created on 29 January 2016 and updated on the 13 June 2019

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Cheddar Butter Bean Bites

Cheddar Butter Bean Bites

Yield: SERVES 2
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Cheddar Butter Bean Bites – delicious cheesy bites, perfect for dipping, snacking, picnics or lunches.

Ingredients

  • 310g of canned butter beans (drained weight)
  • 2 spring onions, finely chopped
  • 80g of reduced fat cheddar (2 HEa's), grated
  • Salt and black pepper season
  • ½ tsp of wholegrain mustard (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200c or 400f (gas mark 6)
  2. Ensure the butterbeans are fully drained
  3. Place the butter beans and cheddar in a bowl and mash together thoroughly
  4. Add in the spring onions and mustard (if using) and mix to combine.
  5. Season as needed with salt and black pepper
  6. Form into 8 equal sized patties (bites)
  7. Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and spray over the top with some spray oil.
  8. Bake in the oven for approx 30 mins until golden
  9. Great dipped into soup, served with a mixed salad or as a side to any dish.

Notes

This recipe is gluten free, vegetarian, Slimming World and Weight Watchers friendly

  • Slimming World - 1 HEa per serving
  • WW Flex/Freestyle Smart Points - 4 per serving

NOTE: the amount of mustard used is neglible in syns when divided up.

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Nutrition Information
Yield 294 Serving Size 1 (4 bites)
Amount Per Serving Calories 258Total Fat 10.1gSaturated Fat 5.6gSodium 174mgCarbohydrates 21.7gFiber 8gSugar 2.2gProtein 20.2g

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Cuisine: American / Category: Appetizer, Lunch
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  1. Julie says

    I have just tried to make these for the first time. I followed the recipe to the tee but 8 minutes into the cooking time they have all spread into one mass.
    Any idea why ??

  2. Shevy (Slimming Eats) says

    hmmm they shouldn't of done that, did you drain them fully? As it sounds like the mixture was too wet and there is nothing in the ingredients that would cause that.

  3. Jane Maclean says

    I made these last night to have with soup at
    lunchtime and as always they tasted great !

  4. Shevy (Slimming Eats) says

    so glad you enjoyed them Jane, I love them with soup.

  5. Steph says

    Can I substitute the mustard for anything else as I really don't like the taste of mustard. Thank you in advance

  6. Shevy (Slimming Eats) says

    Hi Steph, just omit it shouldn’t make too much difference,

  7. Carol says

    I made these tonight & they smelt delicious. Unfortunately they have ended up really dry & taste almost "floury". Any ideas?
    Thank you

  8. Shevy (Slimming Eats) says

    What cheese did you use? Was it already grated stuff in a bag? If so you need to avoid using that kind of cheese as it is usually coated to prevent it from sticking together and doesn't melt as good. That is the only thing I can think of.

  9. Tony says

    Superb!
    Made them today. I wanted to eat them immediately but my wife said, "Don't even try it mate".
    She wants me to make another batch ASAP. The only thing l find hard to do is make the patties even as l had keep taking pieces of each of them to make them them an even size. Besides that, what a lovely simple recipe. Thank you.

  10. Clare Jones says

    Made these for group taster and they were a massive hit with everyone. So tasty and so easy to make. Thanks for this little treat which is so much like a cheese scone! X

  11. Becky says

    These have become a regular in my house. I have to put them in the food processor though haha you must be a mean masher. Thanks again!

  12. Lucea says

    Made the butterbean bites today, they are delish! I used parmesan instead of low fat cheddar, very tasty. Will be making these again for sure.

  13. Rachel says

    Do these freeze well? Or do they break apart when you take them out? I’m only cooking for me so I don’t want them to go to waste!

  14. Siobhan (Slimming Eats) says

    I know many have frozen these and have said they are fine, but I personally prefer them fresh.

  15. Catherine simms says

    Hi Siobhan
    Have made them for first time today.absolutly beautiful.but what's the best way to keep them for tomorrow how long do they keep?

  16. Siobhan (Slimming Eats) says

    I keep them in a tub in the fridge and warm up before serving, should keep for about 3 days.

  17. Teresa Wright says

    We’ve just made these. They smell divine and can’t wait to sample!
    I struggle with arthritic hands and used an ice cream scoop to get the right size. We made 10 and cooked for 25 minutes.

  18. Sue says

    Omgoodness! These are soooooo good.......soooooo moreish!! Will defo be making these again! My masher didn’t square up to the challenge so the food processor had to make an appearance! Only took 20 minutes in my fan oven and was a great side dish to my husbands chicken guveç. Love love love!

  19. Sandra Mullett says

    Can I use haricot beans. No butter beans until next shop

  20. Siobhan (Slimming Eats) says

    yep those should be okay

  21. Joan hogg says

    Don’t like butter beans,could I make them with baked beans,do you think

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