🍲 Püre · 6+ ay
Sweet Potato Puree — A Soft, Naturally Sweet First Recipe for 6+ Months
A gentle first puree of baked or steamed sweet potato mashed until smooth, shining with its own natural sweetness. Prepared from 6 months with no sweetener or additives of any kind; its creamy texture and mild flavor make it an easy-to-digest companion for the start of solids.
Ingredients
- 1 small Sweet potato (peeled and cut into small cubes)
- 2-3 tablespoons Breast milk, prepared formula or drinking water (to adjust consistency)
Directions
- 1
Wash your hands and the bowl and spoon you will use thoroughly. Scrub and rinse the sweet potato under running water, peel it and cut it into small cubes.
- 2
Place the cubes in a steamer basket or a pot with a little water; steam gently over low heat for 12-15 minutes until they are soft enough to mash easily with a fork. (You can also roast them at 200°C until soft.)
- 3
Drain the sweet potato; set aside some of the steaming water or a little breast milk/formula in a separate cup to adjust the consistency.
- 4
Transfer the softened sweet potato to a bowl and mash with a fork or blender until you have a smooth puree.
- 5
Add the reserved liquid a little at a time to reach a soft, flowing consistency that your baby can swallow easily.
- 6
Do not add any sweetener or seasoning of any kind; the sweet potato's own natural sweetness is enough.
- 7
Test the puree on the back of your hand to make sure it is lukewarm or at room temperature; always let your baby eat seated and under your supervision.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
Sweet potato is a naturally sweet, easy-to-digest root vegetable rich in beta-carotene (a precursor of vitamin A) and fiber; with its soft texture it can give your baby gentle room to meet new flavors at the start of solids. Mashed until smooth, it offers a creamy consistency and may support getting used to spoon feeding. Because it is prepared with its own natural sweetness, no added sweetener is needed. With its light structure, it is a satisfying and well-loved choice among first vegetable purees.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko we care about first bites being simple, fresh and natural. Prepare this puree as fresh as possible without adding any sweetener or seasoning; introduce each new ingredient one at a time, three days apart. Health Note: This content is for informational purposes only; make decisions about your baby's nutrition and health in consultation with your pediatrician.
Nutrition per serving
55
kcal
1 g
protein
13 g
carbs
0 g
fat
2 g
fiber
Foods in this recipe
⚕️ 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.
