# Salmon & Sweetcorn Fish Cakes Recipe (12 months+) | Clever Mum

> Soft salmon and potato fish cakes with sweetcorn, bound with egg and lightly coated in breadcrumbs — a good way to keep oily fish (recommended once or twice a

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# Salmon & Sweetcorn Fish Cakes

  
        [ CP ](/authors/parenting-desk/)   By [ Clever Mum Parenting ](/authors/parenting-desk/) · Parenting guides 

 
 Published 11 July 2026  

      
 
Quick answer — What is salmon & sweetcorn fish cakes? 

 
Soft salmon and potato fish cakes with sweetcorn, bound with egg and lightly coated in breadcrumbs — a good way to keep oily fish (recommended once or twice a week) in a toddler's diet in a shape they'll actually pick up and eat.

    
Getting oily fish into a toddler's diet regularly can be a challenge; disguising it in a familiar, hand-held shape like a fish cake is one of the more reliable tricks.

 
## Ingredients

 
 * 200g cooked salmon, flaked and checked for bones
* 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
* 3 tbsp sweetcorn
* 1 egg, beaten
* 4 tbsp breadcrumbs
* 1 tbsp oil, for frying
 
 
## Method

 
 * Combine the flaked salmon, mashed potato and sweetcorn in a bowl.
* Shape into 8 small patties.
* Dip each patty in the beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
* Fry gently in the oil for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and heated through.
* Cool slightly and check temperature before serving; cut into smaller pieces for younger toddlers.
 
  
## Tips

 
 * These freeze well uncooked — freeze the shaped, coated patties on a tray, then bag, and cook from frozen with a few extra minutes each side.
* Bake at 200°C for 15-18 minutes instead of frying for a lighter version.
 
     
## Questions about this recipe

    Is salmon & sweetcorn fish cakes suitable from 12 months+?   
 Yes — this recipe is designed for 12 months+. As always, cut or shape food appropriately for your child’s age and supervise mealtimes. 

   Does this recipe contain common allergens?   
 Yes: Fish, Egg, Gluten. If introducing any of these to your baby for the first time, offer them alone in a small amount first, not combined with other new foods. 

   Can I freeze salmon & sweetcorn fish cakes?   
 Yes, this recipe freezes well — see the tips below for the best way to portion and reheat it. 

     
## More toddler (1-4 years) recipes

  [ Hidden Veg Pasta Sauce ](/recipes/hidden-veg-pasta-sauce/)[ Mini Veggie & Cheese Frittata Bites ](/recipes/mini-veggie-cheese-frittata-bites/)[ Sheet-Pan Chicken & Veg Traybake ](/recipes/sheet-pan-chicken-veg-traybake/)   

This is general information, not medical or dietary advice — every baby and child is
          different. For allergy concerns, a family history of allergies, or anything you're unsure
          about, speak to your health visitor, GP or a registered dietitian before introducing new
          foods. Reviewed August 2026.

    
## At a glance

   Age 12 months+  Prep 15 mins  Cook 15 mins  Makes 8 small fish cakes  Allergens Fish, Egg, Gluten  Freezer-friendly Yes     
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covers readiness signs, first foods and allergen introduction.