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sweet potato puree recipe for baby
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This baby food recipe combines roasted sweet potatoes with a flavorful apricot-vanilla swirl. Roasting enhances natural sweetness and provides a smooth texture, perfect for introducing complex flavors to first eaters.
Ingredients
- 500 g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 100 g fresh apricots (or 50 g dried apricots, rehydrated)
- 1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped (or 1/2 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract)
- 120 mL purified water
- Pinch ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C). Arrange sweet potato cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and lightly caramelized. Let them cool slightly.
- Roast Apricot Swirl: Place apricots, vanilla seeds, and 30 mL (2 tablespoons) of water in a small oven-safe dish. Roast alongside the sweet potatoes for the final 10-15 minutes, until very soft.
- Blend Sweet Potato Puree Base: Transfer roasted sweet potatoes to a food processor with 60 mL (1/4 cup) of water and the optional cinnamon. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding extra water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
- Blend Apricot-Vanilla Swirl: In a separate small blender, combine the roasted apricots with the remaining 30 mL (2 tablespoons) of water. Process until a very smooth puree forms.
- Combine and Swirl: Spoon the sweet potato puree into individual containers. Dollop the apricot-vanilla swirl on top and gently swirl with a spoon to create ribbons of color.
- Serve or Store: Ensure the puree is cooled to a safe temperature before serving. Store in airtight containers or ice cube trays for future use.
Notes
To adjust texture for older babies (8+ months), use less water when blending or mash the sweet potatoes instead of pureeing for a chunkier consistency. Store refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Baby Food
- Method: Roasting, Puree
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg