BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Snack

Plum & Cherry Blend

Plum & Cherry Blend — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Difficulty
Easy
  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Fiber-rich

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe plum (peeled, pitted, chopped)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cherries (pitted)

Method

  1. 01

    Peel, pit, and chop 1 ripe plum. Pit 1/2 cup fresh cherries carefully, checking for any pit fragments.

  2. 02

    Place the plum and pitted cherries into a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 8–10 minutes until both are very tender.

  3. 03

    Transfer to a blender and blend until completely smooth. Add a splash of the steaming water if needed.

  4. 04

    Cool before serving. Verify no cherry pit fragments remain before serving.

Gallery

Plum & Cherry Blend — photo 1
Plum & Cherry Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Serve at room temperature by the spoonful. A rich, deep-hued puree full of antioxidants. Always ensure pits are fully removed.

Storage

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

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