Fruits form an integral part of the baby’s nutrition and introducing fruits early in life helps to develop better eating habits later in life. These 10 Nutritious Fruit Puree Recipe for babies are made in such a way that it is easy to prepare and loaded with nutrients.
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How to make Fruit Purees for Baby at home?
- It is always advisable to steam the fruits for puree except for a few fruits like Banana, Avacado and Kiwi.
- Steaming helps preserve the nutrients and fruit purees serve as a wholesome meal for the baby in the early months of weaning.
- After steaming the fruits, they can be blended in a blender or mashed with little breast milk or formula.
- Make sure it is runny at first and as days go by you can increase the consistency of the puree.
10 Nutritious Fruit Puree Recipe for Babies
1. Apple Puree Recipe For Babies
Apple can be given from the 5 th month or 6 th month and is one of the perfect first food for babies. The sweet taste of the apple may be appeasing for the baby’s taste buds.Apple puree is rich in dietary fiber and helps prevent constipation.
For detailed recipe , check ” How to make Apple Puree for Babies”
2. Pear Puree Recipe for Babies
Pear is also a perfect first food for babies and can be given from 5 th month or 6 month and is safe to give for babies with GERD.
For detailed recipe ” How to make Pear Puree for Babies “
3. Apple Pear Puree Recipe For Babies
Apple and Pear together with a dash of cinnamon taste great, do check out the recipe below. They can be given after having tried apple and pear separately
Apple Pear Puree with Cinnamon
4. Banana Puree Recipe for Babies
Banana makes yet another perfect first food for babies and can be started either in 5th month or 6th month.
Ingredients
1 medium sized ripe banana
Pinch of elachi powder – optional
Method
Peel and cut the banana into dices
Mash with fork or blender
Add elachi , it helps in easy digestion
Notes
Once pureed it may become brown and it is normal for them to change color.
Bananas are rich in potassium, fiber and vitamins
Eating a large quantity may cause constipation
5. Papaya Puree Recipe for Babies
Papaya is called the “Fruit of the angels ” and papaya puree for baby is one of the quickest food that can be done in a jiffy . It can be given after 6 months after the introduction of other first foods.
6. Banana Papaya Puree Recipe for Babies
Some babies may not like papaya, for those babies combining papaya with Banana makes a yummy puree.
How to make Banana Papaya Puree for babies?
Ingredient
1/2 ripe papaya
1 banana
Method
Puree them separately and add together
Serve
7. Avocado Puree Recipe for Babies
Avocado can be given from 6 months.
Benefits of Avocado for Babies
- They are rich in unsaturated fats which are beneficial for the growth and development of Brain and Central nervous system.
- They are also rich in beta carotene, folate, potassium and caretenoid lutein.
How to make Avocado Puree for Babies?
Ingredient
Half an avocado
Method
Cut the Avocado
Scoop the contents.
Mash it with fork or blend it in blender.
8. Kiwi Puree Recipe for Babies
Kiwi puree can be given to baby after 6 months after the introduction of other first foods.
Benefits of Kiwi for Babies
- It is rich in Fiber, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
- It is acidic so may cause diaper rash or even mouth rash too, so if your baby is allergic to such foods, it is good to avoid Kiwi.
How to make Kiwi Puree for Babies?
Ingredient
1 Kiwi Fruit
Method
Peel the skin
Cut them into small pieces
Steam them
Blend them in a mixer.
They can be sieved to remove the seeds or served with the seeds as they do not pose any choking hazard
9. Chikoo / Sapota /Sapodilla Puree Recipe for Babies
Chikoo or Sapota or Sapodilla Puree can be given from 7 th month.
Click the link for step by step recipes
Sapota/Chikoo/Sapodilla Puree recipe for Babies
10. Mango Puree Recipe for Babies
Mango can be given to babies after 6 months after the introduction of other foods. Please follow the 3 day rule while introducing mangoes as they may cause allergy in some babies.
Ingredients
Half Ripe Mango
Method
Peel the skin of the Mango
Remove the Seed
Either mash it nicely with a fork or blend in a blender
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Swetha says
March 18, 2019 at 9:40 amKiwi should be steamed??
pr says
March 20, 2019 at 5:47 pmHi Swetha,
No, Kiwi can be given as it is. But it should be fed to 8 months old children.
uma says
May 26, 2018 at 8:45 pmWhich type of banana will give either yelaki or nendren or red banana??
pr says
November 13, 2018 at 5:24 pmHi Uma,
All three bananas can be given, but matti or yelaki is easily digestible ( without steaming ) for babies below 1 year of age.
dev says
November 8, 2017 at 2:08 pm10 nutritious fruit recipes for babies
Dotcominfoway says
November 8, 2017 at 2:10 pmYes
developer says
November 8, 2017 at 2:12 pm10 nutritious fruit
bala says
November 9, 2017 at 12:32 pmok
iyyappa says
November 9, 2017 at 12:51 pmok fine
developer says
November 8, 2017 at 2:15 pmPlease suggest how many hours can we store after preparing a puree
Gowtami says
June 6, 2018 at 12:49 pmHi mam … can ” Apple Ber/Chinese Apple” be given to an 8 months old baby?
pr says
June 6, 2018 at 5:33 pmHi Gowtami,
Yes, you can make sure that it should be smooth and avoid of big chunks and its seed in the baby’s feed.
Cheers,
Hema
Sagar says
April 7, 2017 at 10:40 pmhi Hemapriya, we want to try your products for our angel, she is 5months 20 days old , can we start feeding her fruit purees from now? also suggest some of your products for wieght gain .
Thanks in advance,
VS
Dr Hemapriya says
April 10, 2017 at 7:46 pmHi, You can try giving the baby our products only after the baby completes 6 months. Here’s the link to help you https://shop.mylittlemoppet.com/organic-homemade-food-for-babies-below-1-year/
Fruit purees you can give them post completion of 6 months.
harshada says
April 5, 2017 at 11:17 ammam y to boil apple pear like fruits…. my mom says dont boil it will lower d nutritious value…. is dat true? nd y cant i add water while making puree?
Dr Hemapriya says
February 1, 2018 at 1:02 pmHI Harshada, I don’t suggest you to boil but steam the fruits since it is easy for baby to digest and also the nutritious value is not lost unlike boiling.
Noorjahan says
March 24, 2017 at 7:27 pmHello doctor,
Please suggest how many hours can we store after preparing a puree . I don’t want to refrigerate the puree. Since I am a working women I would like to prepare puree for my 7 months old baby and feed him by my in laws. Please reply.
Thanks
Dr Hemapriya says
May 7, 2017 at 6:10 pmThe best is to serve it immediately, if fruits like apple or banana are used. And if outside keep only for 2 hours. As the baby grows you have other options to give here is the meal chart for your help https://www.mylittlemoppet.com/meal-planner-for-8-and-9-month-babies-2/
nicholas says
October 3, 2016 at 1:54 pmcan give my 2months baby fruit puree and what puree is good for him
manasa says
September 22, 2016 at 12:42 pmhii, my baby is 12 months old . and she is having cold and cough. which fruits are good during cold and cough.
Siva Ranjani says
July 28, 2016 at 10:39 pmHello Mam,
Can I give a full banana to my 5 months old??
She is hungry even after feeding what is the reason??
Help me in this regards.
Dr Hemapriya says
August 1, 2016 at 5:17 pmYes if she is ready to eat, then you cna try, but do not force her
Sandhya says
July 14, 2016 at 11:59 amHi hema,
I am buying your baby food products through FirstCry. The products are very good and my daughter Joy Pallavi likes it sooo much.
My daughter is 10 months old, I would like to know whether can I give curd ? Also she likes to eat every food with banana. Can you suggest me how many bananas I can give her in a day?
Regards,
Sandhya
Dr Hemapriya says
July 15, 2016 at 10:46 amDear Sandhya,
Happy to know that your baby loves our products , yes you can give her curd, you can give her 1-2 small bananas a day.
Do visit our store for more discounts and trial packs that can save you money
Shery says
July 2, 2016 at 11:45 pmHi!
My daughter is 4 months old nd 5th month haz started . Shez not intrested in breastmilk . Can i start soft solids to her ??? What solids can i give her ???
Aditi says
June 18, 2016 at 4:21 pmHello mam .my son is one year old ..and he don’t want to eat any thing .he is so week ..suggest me some thing for babies taste
Hari says
June 8, 2016 at 11:34 amHello mam..I have purchased avacado BT every time it’s raw avacado.. I tried to get it ripe bt till its raw….raw avacado cant blend & mashed…how to give &
is it good to give RAW avacado to my 8th month baby boy..
anjali says
May 7, 2016 at 11:23 pmHi hema
My daughter is 6 month old. She has not even double her birth weight. M worried. She is breast feed n supliment with formula
clariebel says
April 15, 2016 at 6:35 amMy son is 12 month old. He has heat rash and I observed his head is so hot. Can I let him take a bath during noon time?
SNEGA LATHA says
April 7, 2016 at 12:40 pmCan I give Orange juice to my 10 month old baby?
Helan says
January 24, 2016 at 9:58 amHai dr hemapriya my son is 9month old.am giving all foods like ur schedule.he is not interested with formula feeding.am giving breastfeeding along with weaning.only breast milk is sufficient for him?please Mam reply me.
Dr Hemapriya says
February 29, 2016 at 3:05 pmDear helan,
If he is having breastmilk and solids, then there is no need to supplement with formula
tahseen says
December 13, 2015 at 5:53 pmHi man,my daughter is 14 month old can I give egg white daily to my baby and can I give it during cold and cough?
Dr Hemapriya says
March 11, 2016 at 9:08 pmDear Tahseen, Yes you can give egg daily
Dharani says
November 30, 2015 at 10:58 pmHi mam.
What fruits can I add in ragi and wheat porridge for my boy who has started his 9th month
Jeevitha says
September 17, 2015 at 11:18 pmhi, I gave watermelon juice to my 8 month old baby on day 1(fresh one, just cut the fruit and run it in a blender). On day 2, took the watermelon from fridge and kept it out for a while and then fed her similar way. She got fever that day evening. Is it because of watermelon juice?
Dr Hemapriya says
November 29, 2015 at 9:14 amHi jeevitha,
was it the same fruit that was used the the previous day, always use fresh fruits for Babies
ritu says
July 23, 2015 at 10:00 pmHi mam…
My daughter is about 14 months…she doesn’t like any food. I am trying ur recipes bt she is not eating….I cant understand what i do…
Dr Hemapriya says
August 6, 2015 at 12:38 amHi ritu,
I have dealt about this problem in our FAQ page. please do check
Sayani says
June 14, 2015 at 4:31 pmHi Madam,
When can I start musambi,orange and also guava for my daughter?she is 7 months old now
Dr Hemapriya says
June 17, 2015 at 4:35 pmHi Sayani,, You can start now also
madhuri says
June 3, 2015 at 10:27 amHi mam thanks for u r wonderful recipes .my son is 13 months old will u pls provide some more receipes with rice …
Dr Hemapriya says
June 6, 2015 at 4:33 pmHi Madhuri, you can check this link for rice recipes Recipe Index
Ramya says
March 10, 2015 at 10:51 amhi,
My baby is 8 months old can i give water melon and musk melon to baby in purees form
Dr Hemapriya says
March 10, 2015 at 6:28 pmHi Ramya
Yes you can
Sathiya says
March 4, 2015 at 9:04 amHi hema,
My baby is 8 months.I am planning to give him ragi porridge.shall I add whole wheat, green gram n badam with ragi? If yes wat would be the quantity of each ingredient. Should I sprout these grains?
Also suggest whether I can give curd for my baby?
Thanks
Dr Hemapriya says
March 5, 2015 at 12:18 amHi Sathiya, you can give ragi with moong dal as in the following recipe http://www.mylittlemoppet.com/moongdal-ragi-powder-mix-recipe/
For sprouting, was and dry the grains first and then place them in a closed container for 24 hours then after sprouts appear, dry them and roast and then grind the grains
Hope this helped
manju says
March 3, 2015 at 7:34 pmHi hema, thank u so much for the big list… I was searching for this for a long time… My son is 1 yr 2 months old.. Should I still give apple in boiled format??? Pls advice
Dr Hemapriya says
March 5, 2015 at 12:15 amHi Manju, You can give raw apple mixed with milk as milk shake or plain apple as finger food
Dr Hemapriya says
March 3, 2015 at 2:56 pm10 nutritious fruit recipes for babies