With one ingredients and a simple method, this easy Prune Puree is a yummy baby food that also boasts fiber and iron. Try it as a single ingredient baby food, stirred into oatmeal, or to help relieve baby constipation.
If you think of prunes, you probably think of serving them for one reason: Constipation! And while they can be helpful for that, they’re also a nice way to turn a shelf stable fruit into homemade baby food by simply blending with water. Prunes are also naturally sweet, affordable, and an iron-rich food for kids.
This prune puree baby food has fiber, iron, and a pleasantly sweet flavor that’s great on it’s own or mixed into a simple baby food combination.
It’s one of the easiest recipes for constipated toddlers, as is my Pear Pops.
TIP: Find more of my favorite No-Cook Baby Food Recipes and try my Sweet Potato Baby Food, too.
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Ingredients You Need
To make this baby food, you just need a bag of basic pitted prunes, which are dried plums. You can use regular or organic, depending on what you prefer and can find at your store.
You could use prunes with pits, just remove the pits before you start the process.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here’s a look at the basic process involved in making this prune puree recipe. Scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full information, including the amounts and the timing.
Step 1. Soak the prunes in water.
Step 2. Transfer the prunes to a blender using a slotted spoon.
Step 3. Blend, adding just enough water to make a smooth puree texture.
Step 4. Serve or store in the fridge or freezer.
TIP: You can serve this off of a spoon, spread onto toast baby led weaning style, or mix into. plain yogurt for toddlers or baby oatmeal.
Prune Puree FAQs
Yes. Prune puree can be offered once your baby has started solids and your pediatrician has cleared them to begin eating solid foods. It’s often used in small amounts since prunes are naturally high in fiber.
Prunes contain fiber and natural compounds that may help support digestion, which is why they’re commonly used when babies or toddlers are a little backed up. Start with a small amount and see how your child responds.
Yes. Portion the puree into a silicone ice cube tray and freeze overnight. Then transfer the cubes to a freezer bag and store for up to 6 months.
How to Store
To store in the fridge: Add to small airtight containers and refrigerate for 3-5 days.
To freeze: Add to a silicone ice cube tray and freeze overnight. Transfer frozen cubes to a zip top freezer bag and seal, removing as much air as possible. Freeze for up to 6 months.
Best Tips for Success
- Serve the prune puree alone or stir into baby oatmeal, baby rice cereal, plain whole milk yogurt, baby porridge, or Blueberry Puree.
- Spread onto Baby Pancakes, Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins, or Cinnamon Raisin Bagels.
- Add to a simple smoothie to help with constipation.
- Spread onto a finger-size stick of toast for babies to serve baby-led weaning style.
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Easy Prune Puree
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pitted dried prunes
Instructions
- Add the prunes to a bowl and cover with water. Soak for 30 minutes.
- Add prunes to a blender using a slotted spoon. Blend, adding 1/3-½ cup water to make a smooth puree—or as much as desired to reach the desired consistency. (Adding more water will make a smoother puree, less a thicker one.) Use the stick that came with your blender, or stop and start as needed to help the mixture move around in the blender.
- Serve or store.
Notes
- To store in the fridge: Add to small airtight containers and refrigerate for 3-5 days.
- To freeze: Add to a silicone ice cube tray and freeze overnight. Transfer frozen cubes to a zip top freezer bag and seal, removing as much air as possible. Freeze for up to 6 months.
- Serve alone or stir into baby oatmeal.
- Add to a simple smoothie to help with constipation.
- Spread onto a finger-size stick of toast to serve Baby Led Weaning style.
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This post was first published September 2020.
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