Carrot Applesauce for Baby + Toddler
Carrot Applesauce is the perfect afternoon snack for your toddler or baby (and yourself) that is full of wholesome apples, carrots and spices, and tastes just like a bowl of warm carrot cake,
Servings: 30 ounces
Ingredients
- 6 apples chopped (see notes below)
- 3-4 carrots peeled and chopped
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tso cloves
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium or large stock pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 35-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until carrots are tender when pricked with a fork. Let cool slightly.
- Transfer all ingredients to a blender or a food processor and pulse until you have reached your desired consistency. For toddlers and family applesauce, I just pulsed for 20 seconds until just blended and there was still some chunkiness to it. For baby, you can puree for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
Notes
Age: from 6 months and up
Yield: 30 ounces
Storage: Fridge – store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Freezer – can be frozen for up to 4 months (this and this are my favorite freezer storage containers).
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Notes on Apples: I left my apples peel on the apples for a more fiber (and cuz I am lazy) but you can peel the apples if you prefer.