Millet & Date
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Fiber-rich
- Age
- 18 months+
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup millet
- 1 cup water
- 2 Medjool dates pitted
Method
- 01
Remove pits from Medjool dates and soak in warm water for 10 minutes to soften.
- 02
Rinse millet under cold water and cook in 1 cup of water over medium-low heat for 15–18 minutes until soft.
- 03
Drain the soaked dates and blend with a little water until completely smooth and paste-like.
- 04
Stir date paste into the cooked millet and mix well. Date provides natural sweetness without added sugar. Serve warm.
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How to offer
Serve warm. Suitable for babies 18 months and older. Dates are very sweet — use sparingly.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 1 month.
Nutrition note
Good source of protein, fiber, and B vitamins. Contains magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese. Easy to digest.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
