Best 10 Baby Weaning Recipes – Homemade and Nutritious
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Introducing solid foods to your baby’s diet is an exciting milestone for both you and your little one. As a parent, you want to ensure that your baby receives the proper nutrition to grow and develop. Making homemade baby weaning recipes is an excellent way to control the ingredients and provide your baby with healthy and delicious food.
I already shared a few baby weaning recipes in an older blog post but below are 10 more tried and tested baby weaning recipes.
What You May Need
You may need a few items to prepare the below recipes.
Most recipes will need a blender/puree machine.
Ideal for baby food are these all in one baby food prep machines. They steam, blend and warm up the food and will save you a lot of time!
What I found extremely useful were small containers to put in the freezer. Then I would just defrost one or two portions at a time.
Best 10 Baby Weaning Recipes
Here are ten homemade baby weaning recipes that are both nutritious and delicious:
- Sweet Potato Mash
Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, potassium, and fiber. This recipe is a staple and most babies love this meal!
To make sweet potato mash, steam or boil sweet potatoes until they are soft, then mash them and serve as a puree. You can also add a little breast milk or formula to the mash to make it creamier.
More baby weaning recipes below!
- Carrot and Apple Puree
Carrots and apples are both packed with nutrients, including vitamin C and fiber. To make carrot and apple puree, steam or boil carrots and apples until soft, then puree together until smooth. This puree is a great way to introduce your baby to new flavors and textures.
- Avocado and Banana Mash
Avocado is a great source of healthy fats and nutrients, including vitamin E and potassium. Bananas are also high in potassium and fiber. To make avocado and banana mash, mash an avocado and a banana together until smooth, then serve. This mash is a great option for babies who are just starting to eat solid foods.
- Butternut Squash and Pear Puree
Butternut squash is a great source of vitamin A and fiber, while pears are high in vitamin C and fiber. To make butternut squash and pear puree, steam or roast butternut squash and pears until soft, then puree together until smooth. This puree has a slightly sweet taste that babies love.
- Pea and Spinach Puree
Peas and spinach are both great sources of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K and folate. To make pea and spinach puree, steam or boil peas and spinach until soft, then puree together until smooth. This puree is a great way to introduce your baby to green vegetables.
- Chicken and Sweet Potato Mash
Chicken is a great source of protein and iron, while sweet potatoes are high in vitamin A and fiber. To make chicken and sweet potato mash, cook chicken and sweet potatoes until soft, then mash together until smooth. This mash is a great option for babies who need a little more protein in their diet.
- Lentil and Vegetable Puree
Lentils are a great source of protein and fiber, while vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes, and peas provide vitamins and minerals. To make lentil and vegetable puree, cook lentils and vegetables until soft, then puree together until smooth. This puree is a great way to introduce your baby to legumes.
- Broccoli and Cauliflower Puree
Broccoli and cauliflower are both great sources of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and fiber. To make broccoli and cauliflower puree, steam or boil broccoli and cauliflower until soft, then puree together until smooth. This puree is a great way to introduce your baby to cruciferous vegetables.
- Blueberry and Apple Puree
Blueberries are a great source of antioxidants, while apples are high in fiber and vitamin C. To make blueberry and apple puree, steam or boil blueberries and apples until soft, then puree together until smooth. This puree has a slightly tart taste that babies love.
- Banana and Yogurt Mash
Bananas are a great source of potassium and fiber. To prepare this dish mash a ripe banana and mix with plain yogurt until smooth, then serve.
Remember to consult with your pediatrician before introducing any new foods to your baby’s diet, especially if they have a history of allergies or other medical conditions.
What are your favourite baby weaning recipes? Share them in the comments below!