Making your own baby food can ensure your tiny tot is getting the nutrition they need without out extra additives. Check out these perfect puree recipes that are sure to keep your little one healthy and happy.

Try our recipes for baby purees:

Pea Puree Blend together 3 cups of steamed peas and 2 tablespoons of water for 2 minutes (because of the skin on the peas, you may need to blend longer to get the right texture).

Banana Puree Peel and mash 1 banana with a fork. Blend banana together with a small amount of milk or yogurt to thin out the texture.

Banana-Avocado Puree Peel and mash ½ avocado and ½ banana. Blend avocado, banana, and 2 tablespoons of applesauce. Blend with breast milk, formula, or water to reach desired consistency.

Carrot Puree Peel 1 pound of carrots and dice into 1 inch segments. Boil in a covered pot for 25 minutes. Blend carrots and 1 cup of water until desired consistency.

Rice Cereal Bring water and rice powder to a boil, while stirring constantly. Continue whisking and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve warm. Add in fruit, formula, or breast milk if desired.

Try our older infant recipes:

Veggie Rice Bowl Combine ½ cup cooked brown rice, ½ cup cooked chopped broccoli, ½ cup chopped carrots, ½ cup sautéed tofu, garlic powder, and a little bit of basil.

Breakfast Rice Bowl Combine ½ cup cooked brown rice, ¼ cup sautéed & diced bell pepper, 2 ounces chopped all natural ham, and 2 diced hard-cooked egg yolks.

Baked Apple Cereal Peel, core, and cut 1 apple. Bring apple, ¼ cup of ground oats, and ¾ cup of water to a boil and simmer covered until apples are soft and oatmeal is cooked. Mix in formula or juice to thin if needed.


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