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6 months+Meal

Apricot Puree

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Apricot Puree — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 4–5 ripe apricots, pitted
  • 1–2 tsp water (optional)

Method

  1. 01

    Wash 4–5 fresh ripe apricots, cut them in half, and remove the pits.

  2. 02

    Place the apricot halves skin-side up in a steamer basket over boiling water.

  3. 03

    Steam for 7–8 minutes until the flesh is very tender.

  4. 04

    Remove the skins (they will peel off easily after steaming) and transfer the flesh to a blender.

  5. 05

    Blend until smooth, adding a teaspoon of water if needed, and cool completely before serving.

Gallery

Apricot Puree — photo 1
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How to offer

Serve on a soft spoon. Apricot puree has a lovely golden color and pairs well with oatmeal or yogurt.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 2 months.

Nutrition note

Excellent source of vitamin A and vitamin C. Contains potassium, fiber, and antioxidants including beta-carotene.

Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer

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