Squash Apple Puree Baby Food
Introduce your little one to the wholesome goodness of homemade baby food with this Squash Apple Puree recipe! Made with nutrient-packed butternut squash and naturally sweet apples, this delightful combination is gently steamed and blended into a velvety smooth puree that’s perfect for babies exploring solid foods. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is free from additives and packed with fiber, vitamins, and a touch of natural sweetness that your baby will love. Plus, it’s conveniently portionable, making it ideal for batch cooking and freezing for future meals. Whether as a standalone purée or mixed with other baby food staples, this recipe is a nutritious and delicious way to support your baby’s growth and development.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized butternut squash
- 2 medium-sized apples
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Wash the butternut squash and apples thoroughly under running water.
Peel the butternut squash using a vegetable peeler and cut it in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and discard them. Dice the squash into small, even-sized cubes approximately 1 inch in size.
Peel the apples and remove the core. Cut the apples into small chunks, similar in size to the squash cubes.
Place the diced squash and apple pieces into a medium-sized saucepan.
Add 1 cup of water to the saucepan, ensuring the ingredients are partially submerged to allow for gentle steaming.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and bring the water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the squash and apples are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Transfer the cooked squash and apples to a blender or food processor. Add any remaining liquid from the saucepan to help with blending.
Blend the mixture on high until it reaches a smooth, puree-like consistency. If the puree is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time and blend until the desired consistency is achieved.
Allow the puree to cool completely before serving to your baby. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze in small portions for future use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
61 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 315 mg | 7% | |
*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.
