Cereal Cookies for Babies
Crafted with wholesome ingredients tailored for little tummies, these Cereal Cookies for Babies are the perfect first snack for your tiny tot! Packed with nutrient-rich, iron-fortified baby cereal and whole wheat flour, these soft cookies gain natural sweetness and moisture from ripe banana and unsweetened applesauce. A hint of melted coconut oil adds a creamy touch, while optional cinnamon and vanilla extract provide a gentle flavor boost. Quick to prepare and bake in just 15 minutes, this baby-friendly recipe is free from added sugar and customizable for developing tastes. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies make a healthy, homemade snack ideal for babies transitioning to solids. Perfect for busy parents, they’re freezer-friendly and easy to grab on the go!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Baby cereal (iron-fortified)
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 large Ripe banana (mashed)
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil (melted)
- 0.25 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the baby cereal and whole wheat flour. If using, stir in the cinnamon.
In a separate bowl, mash the ripe banana thoroughly until smooth. Add the unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract, if using. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until the dough comes together. The mixture should be soft but not too sticky.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand to form small cookie shapes.
Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them. They won’t spread much during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are firm to the touch.
Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
Serve as a snack or with a little milk/formula if desired. Always supervise babies while they eat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1577 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.1 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 89 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 278.2 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1036 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 103.0 mg | 572% | |
| Potassium | 1216 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
