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Raspberry & Pear Blend

Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written

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

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe pear (peeled, cored, chopped)
  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries

Method

  1. 01

    Peel, core, and chop 1 ripe pear into small pieces.

  2. 02

    Place the pear in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 8–10 minutes until tender. Add 1/2 cup fresh raspberries in the last 2 minutes of steaming.

  3. 03

    Transfer both fruits to a blender and blend until smooth.

  4. 04

    Pass through a fine mesh sieve to remove raspberry seeds before serving.

Gallery

Raspberry & Pear Blend — photo 1
Raspberry & Pear Blend — photo 2

How to offer

Serve at room temperature by the spoonful. Straining seeds ensures a smooth, safe texture for young babies.

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 fiber. Rich in antioxidants. Contains manganese and vitamin K.

Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer

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