10 Easy & Nutritious Homemade Baby Food Recipes
Introducing solids is an exciting milestone in your baby’s life! Making homemade baby food is not only more cost-effective than store-bought options, but it also gives you full control over the ingredients, ensuring your baby gets the freshest, most nutritious meals possible.
Whether you're just starting solids or looking to expand your baby's palate, here are 10 easy, healthy, and delicious baby food recipes that your little one will love.
🍌 1. Banana Mash (4+ Months)
Ingredients:
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1 ripe banana
Instructions: Mash a banana with a fork until smooth. Add a splash of breast milk or formula to thin the consistency for early eaters.
✅ Rich in potassium and easy to digest.
🥕 2. Carrot Purée (4–6+ Months)
Ingredients:
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2–3 carrots, peeled and chopped
Instructions: Steam carrots until tender. Blend with a bit of water until smooth. Let cool before serving.
🥕 Great source of beta-carotene and vitamin A.
🍠 3. Sweet Potato Purée (6+ Months)
Ingredients:
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1 medium sweet potato
Instructions: Bake or steam sweet potato until soft. Scoop out flesh and blend or mash until smooth.
🥄 Naturally sweet and perfect for developing taste buds.
🍎 4. Apple & Pear Combo (6+ Months)
Ingredients:
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1 apple, peeled and chopped
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1 pear, peeled and chopped
Instructions: Steam both fruits until soft. Blend together for a smooth, sweet purée.
🍏 A gentle combo full of fiber and vitamin C.
🥑 5. Avocado Mash (6+ Months)
Ingredients:
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½ ripe avocado
Instructions: Mash avocado until smooth. Mix with breast milk or formula if needed.
💚 Packed with healthy fats for brain development.
🥦 6. Broccoli & Potato Purée (7+ Months)
Ingredients:
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1 small potato, peeled and chopped
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A handful of broccoli florets
Instructions: Steam both until tender. Blend together with water or milk until smooth.
🥦 Full of vitamins and minerals like folate and vitamin C.
🫐 7. Blueberry & Banana Blend (7+ Months)
Ingredients:
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½ banana
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½ cup blueberries
Instructions: Steam blueberries for 2–3 minutes. Blend with banana for a delicious antioxidant-rich snack.
🫐 Naturally sweet and rich in antioxidants.
🍚 8. Baby Oatmeal with Fruit (6+ Months)
Ingredients:
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2 tbsp oats
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½ cup water or milk
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1 tbsp puréed fruit (banana, pear, etc.)
Instructions: Cook oats until soft. Blend if needed, and mix with fruit purée for flavor.
🍽️ Iron-rich and perfect for breakfast!
🫘 9. Lentil & Veggie Purée (8+ Months)
Ingredients:
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¼ cup red lentils
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½ carrot, chopped
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1 tomato, peeled and chopped
Instructions: Cook all ingredients in water until soft. Blend until smooth or leave slightly textured for older babies.
🧡 A protein-packed meal full of fiber and iron.
🐔 10. Chicken & Veggie Purée (8+ Months)
Ingredients:
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½ chicken breast, chopped
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½ carrot
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¼ zucchini
Instructions: Steam or boil all ingredients until soft. Blend with a little broth or water until smooth.
🍗 Excellent source of protein and nutrients for growth.
👩🍳 Tips for Homemade Baby Food Success
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Always wash and peel fruits and veggies before cooking.
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Use a steamer to preserve more nutrients.
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Store extra portions in ice cube trays for easy freezing and reheating.
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Introduce new foods one at a time to watch for any allergies.
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👶 Final Thoughts
Homemade baby food doesn’t have to be complicated. With simple ingredients and a little prep, you can nourish your baby with meals made with love. Remember: every baby is different, so go at your child’s pace and have fun exploring new tastes together.
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