Homemade Pumpkin Puree Recipe for Babies: Easy and Delicious
This humble, orange vegetable is packed with essential nutrients, making it an excellent choice for your baby’s first food. With its natural sweetness and smooth texture, pumpkin is easy on tiny tummies and full of health benefits. Plus, it’s versatile and pairs wonderfully with other fruits and vegetables, giving you endless puree combinations for your baby.
Ingredients
- 1 small sugar pumpkin (pie pumpkin)
- Water, breast milk, or formula (for thinning the puree)
Instructions
- Wash and cut the pumpkin in half.
- Scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp (save seeds for roasting, if desired)
- Peel the pumpkin and cut into 2-3 inch chunks.
- Place the chunks in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the pumpkin is tender.
- Drain and allow the pumpkin to cool. Blend the chunks in a blender or food processor until smooth, adding a little water if needed for a creamy consistency.
Notes
Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.