Get the recipe: Blackberries for Baby: Puree & Baby-Led Weaning
Blackberries are a great source of fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants, all in a perfect little bite-sized berry package. They're a versatile fruit that can be served plain, mixed in with yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies, making them an easy and healthy fruit to serve to babies and toddlers. Great for 6+ months.
Ingredients
Blackberry Puree
- 2 cups blackberries
- 2 medium apples, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp water
- pinch cinnamon
Blackberry for Baby-Led Weaning
- 1/4 cup blackberries
Instructions
Blackberry Puree
- In a medium saucepan, add in the blackberries, apples, cinnamon and water.
- Over medium-low heat, cook for 8-10 minutes or until the apples are tender.
- Transfer all ingredients to a blender and on medium speed, puree for 1-2 minutes or until completely smooth. If there are still seeds, run the puree through a fine mess sieve.
- Serve to baby and enjoy.
Blackberries for Baby-Led Weaning
- Serve to your baby in an age-appropriate way – either whole and slightly smashed with the back of a fork, cut in half, or chopped into smaller pieces. You can also puree or mash the blackberry and serve it to your baby on a self-feeding spoon.
Notes
Age: 6+ months
Storage: you can store the blackberry puree in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months. You can store the blackberry pieces in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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