8 Easy Baby Food Recipes for Babies 6 Months and Under Age.
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Making your own baby food is not only cheaper than buying jars of baby food, it’s also healthier. These 8 easy baby food recipes help you get started with a variety of fruits and vegetables for your little one.
Recipe 1 : Cauliflower, Carrot and Broccoli Puree
This recipe is a great way to introduce vegetables to your baby. It also tastes delicious and is quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients:
1/2 Cauliflower, cut into small pieces
1 Carrot, chopped
1 Broccoli head, cut into small pieces or florets
4 Cups Water
Instructions:
Boil the water in a saucepan. Add the cauliflower, carrot and broccoli. Boil for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain the vegetables in a colander and transfer them to a blender or food processor with 4 cups of water. Blend until smooth.
Recipe 2 : Egg Yolk and Banana Puree
This recipe is a combination of two healthy ingredients – egg yolks and bananas. The recipe is easy to prepare, nutritious and healthy for babies aged 6 months or less.
Ingredients:
– 1 egg yolk
– 1 banana
– 4 cups of water
– 1 teaspoon of sugar (optional)
– Pinch of salt (optional)
Egg yolk is an excellent source of choline, which aids brain development.
Recipe 3 : Pear Beet & Apple Puree
This recipe is a perfect introduction to the world of baby food. It’s simple and delicious, and can be made with ingredients that are easy to find in stores.
Ingredients:
– 2 pears, peeled and cut into chunks
– 1 apple, peeled, cored and cut into chunks
– 1 beet, peeled and cut into chunks
– 1/2 cup of water or breast milk (if you want the puree to be more liquid)
Recipe 4 : Banana & Avocado Puree
This is a really versatile recipe that you can use not only for babies, but for yourself as well. It has only two ingredients and it’s very healthy.
In this recipe, you will need to boil the peeled beet and pear for about 10 minutes. Then, put them through a blender and mix with the apple.
This recipe is an excellent way to introduce your baby to different tastes and textures.
This is a great way to introduce your baby to different tastes and textures.
Bananas are a great food for babies because they are rich in potassium and vitamin B6, which help regulate the nervous system.Bananas also contain lots of fiber and carbohydrates that can be used as energy by the body.
Recipe 5 : Mango Peach & Apple Puree
This baby food recipe is a perfect combination of two fruits that are healthy, delicious and easy to digest. These ingredients are also rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Ingredients:
1 cup mangoes
1 apple
1 peach
Instructions :
Peel the mangoes, apple and peach. Place them in a blender with 1 cup of water and blend until smooth. Pour the mixture into an ice cube tray or freezer-safe container for storage. Enjoy this delicious meal.
Recipe 6 : Sweet Potato with Vanilla Yogurt Blend
The recipes in this section are designed for babies 6 months and under.
Sweet Potato with Vanilla Yogurt Blend
Ingredients :
1/2 cup plain yogurt,
2 tablespoons honey,
1 tablespoon vanilla extract,
1 medium sweet potato,
peeled and cut into small chunks
Instructions :
In a bowl, whisk together the yogurt, honey and vanilla. Microwave the sweet potato chunks on high for 3 minutes or until they are soft. Pour the mixture over the sweet potatoes in a bowl and serve.
Recipe 7 : Oatmeal Pumpkin And Apple Pudding
The recipe for this pudding can be made in 10 minutes and it is a perfect option for babies 6 months and under.
Ingredients :
2 cups of water
1/4 cup of rolled oats
1/4 cup of pumpkin puree
1/2 tsp. of cinnamon
1 tsp. of vanilla extract or vanilla flavouring
1 apple, peeled, cored and chopped into small pieces.
Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the oats, pumpkin puree, cinnamon and vanilla extract or flavouring if desired. Reduce heat to low-medium and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the mixture thickens to your liking. Remove from heat and stir in the apples before transferring to a serving dish or individual bowls.
Recipe 8 : Avocado With A Dribble Of Olive Oil And Salt
Avocados are a super food that contains healthy fats, potassium and vitamin C. Avocados are also a great source of fiber and folate.
This recipe is perfect for babies because it is easy to digest and contains healthy fats, fiber, protein, and other nutrients. It can be eaten as a side dish or on its own.
Ingredients :
1 avocado
1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt to taste