Pineapple Puree
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 8 min
- Cook
- 8 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 tbsp water
Method
- 01
Cut off the top and bottom of a fresh pineapple, then slice away the outer skin and remove the eyes.
- 02
Core the pineapple and cut the flesh into small chunks.
- 03
Place pineapple chunks in a small saucepan with 2 tablespoons of water and cook over medium heat for 7–8 minutes until softened (cooking reduces acidity).
- 04
Transfer to a blender and blend until very smooth.
- 05
Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove fibrous bits, cool completely, and serve.
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How to offer
Serve on a soft spoon. Cooking pineapple reduces its natural acidity, making it gentler on baby's tummy.
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 C and manganese. Contains bromelain enzyme that aids digestion. Good fiber source.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
