BLW Recipesby Avo

6 months+ · Meal

Plum Puree

Plum Puree — 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

  • 3 ripe plums
  • 1–2 tsp water (optional)

Method

  1. 01

    Wash, halve, and pit 3 ripe plums.

  2. 02

    Place the plum halves skin-side up on a steamer rack over boiling water.

  3. 03

    Steam for 8–10 minutes until the flesh is completely tender.

  4. 04

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

  5. 05

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

Gallery

Plum Puree — photo 1
Plum Puree — photo 2

How to offer

Serve on a soft spoon. The natural tartness pairs well with banana or apple puree.

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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