BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Snack

Blueberry Smashes

Blueberry Smashes — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
3 min
Cook
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fresh blueberries

Method

  1. 01

    Wash blueberries thoroughly under running water.

  2. 02

    Place blueberries on a clean cutting board or plate.

  3. 03

    Using the flat side of a fork or your clean thumb, press each blueberry until it squishes flat.

  4. 04

    This breaks the skin and removes the round shape that could cause choking.

  5. 05

    Serve immediately at room temperature.

Gallery

Blueberry Smashes — photo 1
Blueberry Smashes — photo 2

How to offer

Place a small portion of smashed blueberries on the high chair tray. Always squish before serving — whole blueberries are a choking hazard. Supervise closely throughout.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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