I love sharing recipes that are simple, gentle, and perfect for little hands. Whenever I have a cucumber, a potato, and a banana at home, I make these soft, naturally sweet balls.
They’re steamed, not fried, easy to shape, and coated in coconut for extra aroma—great as finger food, snacks, or a light baby-friendly treat.
These cucumber banana potato balls are all about using everyday ingredients to create something comforting and nourishing.
The texture is soft and smooth, the sweetness comes mostly from fruit, and the fresh cucumber juice adds a light, refreshing note that balances everything beautifully.
Contents
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Soft, tender texture that’s easy to chew and digest
- Naturally sweet with minimal added sugar
- No oven, no frying—simple steaming and mixing
- Perfect as baby finger food, snacks, or light desserts
- Easy to customize with different fruits
Ingredients (Makes about 12–15 balls)
Main ingredients
- 200g potato (medium-sized, starchy potato preferred)
- 150g cucumber (about 50ml juice)
- 100g banana (ripe but not overripe)
- 50g desiccated coconut
Optional
- 10g sugar (reduce to 5g or omit for babies)
Instructions
Steam and mash the potato
Peel the potato, cut into small chunks, and steam for 15–20 minutes until very soft. Mash while warm until completely smooth and lump-free.
Extract the cucumber juice
Wash the cucumber (no need to peel), cut into pieces, and blend. Strain to remove pulp and measure out 50ml juice. Set aside.
Make the potato dough
Add sugar (if using) to the mashed potato. Gradually mix in the cucumber juice until the mixture forms a soft, non-sticky dough. Add slowly to avoid making it too wet.
Prepare the banana filling
Peel the banana and cut into small 1cm cubes. Keep the pieces small for easy wrapping and safe eating.
Shape the balls
Take about 20g of potato dough, flatten gently, place a banana cube in the center, and wrap the dough around it. Roll gently into a smooth ball.
Coat with coconut
Roll each ball in desiccated coconut until evenly coated. Arrange on a plate and serve.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes for a smoother, fluffier texture.
- Add cucumber juice gradually—different potatoes absorb liquid differently.
- Coconut adds flavor and prevents sticking, but can be replaced with milk powder if needed.
- Best enjoyed fresh; reheat gently before serving leftovers to babies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I skip the sugar completely?
Yes. For babies and toddlers, the natural sweetness from banana and cucumber is usually enough.
Can these be made ahead of time?
They’re best eaten the same day. If needed, store in the fridge in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.
Can I use other fruits instead of banana?
Absolutely. Strawberries, blueberries, or mango cubes work well—just keep the pieces small.
Are these baked or fried?
No. There’s no baking or frying involved, making them soft, light, and easy to digest.
Cucumber Banana Potato Balls
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 200 g potato medium-sized, starchy potato preferred
- 150 g cucumber about 50ml juice
- 100 g banana ripe but not overripe
- 50 g desiccated coconut
Optional
- 10 g sugar reduce to 5g or omit for babies
Instructions
Steam and mash the potato
- Peel the potato, cut into small chunks, and steam for 15–20 minutes until very soft. Mash while warm until completely smooth and lump-free.
Extract the cucumber juice
- Wash the cucumber (no need to peel), cut into pieces, and blend. Strain to remove pulp and measure out 50ml juice. Set aside.
Make the potato dough
- Add sugar (if using) to the mashed potato. Gradually mix in the cucumber juice until the mixture forms a soft, non-sticky dough. Add slowly to avoid making it too wet.
Prepare the banana filling
- Peel the banana and cut into small 1cm cubes. Keep the pieces small for easy wrapping and safe eating.
Shape the balls
- Take about 20g of potato dough, flatten gently, place a banana cube in the center, and wrap the dough around it. Roll gently into a smooth ball.
Coat with coconut
- Roll each ball in desiccated coconut until evenly coated. Arrange on a plate and serve.
