Strawberry & Pear Blend
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Age
- 9 months+
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1 ripe pear (peeled, cored, chopped)
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (hulled)
Method
- 01
Peel, core, and chop 1 ripe pear into small pieces. Hull and wash 1/2 cup fresh ripe strawberries.
- 02
Steam the pear pieces in a steamer basket over boiling water for 8–10 minutes until very tender. Add the strawberries in the last 3 minutes.
- 03
Transfer both fruits to a blender and blend until completely smooth.
- 04
Cool before serving. A pastel pink puree that is naturally sweet and gentle.
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How to offer
Serve at room temperature by the spoonful. Suitable for babies 9 months and older due to strawberry introduction guidelines.
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
Vitamin C, which is abundant in strawberries and helps babies' bodies absorb iron from plant-based diets, boosts immunity. Also rich in antioxidants, fiber and vitamin B9. The fruit also has folate, which supports a baby's metabolism, cell energy, and antioxidant activity, and fiber, which supports a healthy gut.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
