Fruit Gel for Babies
Delight your little one with this easy and nutritious homemade Fruit Gel for Babies—an ideal snack designed with both flavor and health in mind! Made with wholesome fruit puree, unsweetened fruit juice, and a touch of gelatin, this recipe creates soft, baby-safe gel snacks that are perfect for tiny hands and growing appetites. With a quick preparation time of just 10 minutes and endless flavor possibilities (think apple, pear, or mango), this no-sugar-added treat is a delightful way to introduce natural sweetness while avoiding unnecessary additives. The step-by-step instructions make it simple to customize the gel in fun shapes using silicone molds, making snack time exciting for your little one. Plus, it’s fridge-friendly, meaning you can easily prep and store these for up to three days of wholesome snacking! Perfect for parents seeking an easy, nutrient-rich baby snack that’s as fun to eat as it is to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fruit puree (e.g., apple, pear, or mango)
- 1 cup Unsweetened fruit juice (e.g., apple or white grape juice)
- 1.5 teaspoons Gelatin powder
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1.5 teaspoons of gelatin powder. Let the gelatin bloom by allowing it to sit undisturbed for about 5 minutes.
Place the saucepan on low heat and gently warm the mixture, stirring constantly, until the gelatin is fully dissolved. Do not let it boil.
In a medium-sized bowl, mix 1 cup of fruit puree with 1 cup of unsweetened fruit juice until well combined.
Slowly pour the warm gelatin mixture into the fruit mixture, stirring continuously to ensure it is evenly distributed.
Pour the combined mixture into a small baking dish, silicone molds, or a silicone ice cube tray for portion control.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the gel is completely set.
Once set, carefully remove the gel from the molds or slice it into baby-friendly pieces if using a baking dish.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
280 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 566 mg | 12% | |
*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.
