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Apple & Sweet Potato Purée – Baby's First Spring Dessert
Prepared with the energy of spring, this two-ingredient purée brings together the natural sweetness of sweet potato with the light, fruity aroma of apple. Hypoallergenic, free from salt and sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato (yellow-fleshed)
- 1/2 piece apple (Fuji or Golden)
- 3-4 tbsp drinking water or boiled water
Directions
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1) Wash the sweet potato, peel it, and cut it into small cubes. Peel the apple, remove the core, and cut it into cubes as well.
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2) Place the sweet potato cubes in a small saucepan and add enough water to cover them. Cook over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, until a fork slides in easily.
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3) In the last 4–5 minutes, add the apple cubes to the saucepan and soften them together. This helps preserve the apple's nutritional value.
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4) Remove the saucepan from the heat and drain the water, but don't discard it. Transfer the ingredients to a blender or use a hand blender.
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5) Add 3–4 tablespoons of the cooking water and blend until you reach a smooth, pourable purée consistency. Adjust the texture according to your baby's developmental stage.
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6) Transfer the purée to a serving dish, confirm it is lukewarm (around 98°F / 37°C — test by dropping a little on your wrist), and serve.
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7) Freshly made purée can be stored in the refrigerator for 24 hours, or in freezer molds for up to 1 month.
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⚕️ This recipe is for general informational purposes. The right time to introduce new foods and the risk of allergies vary from baby to baby — consult your pediatrician.
