baby eats: fruit puree

Makes 1/2 C (120ml)

Note: Uncooked ripe mashed banana is ok to serve.

Stage 1 (4-6 months+) fruit: apple, pear, peach.


Stage 2 (6-7 months+) fruit: melon, plum.


Stage 3 (8 months+) fruit: kiwifruit, orange, pineapple, berry fruit.

• 1 medium apple (fruit) - peeled, cored/stoned, diced


• 1 T water (or formula milk or breast milk)

1. Put fruit & water into a small pot. Cover and simmer for 10mins until soft.


2. Press through a sieve/strainer.

Microwave-style

1. Put fruit & water in a microwaveable bowl. Cover, with vent.


2. Cook on High (100%) for 3 mins. Stand for 5 mins.


3. Press through sieve/strainer.

To serve: Serve at 30-37 degrees C.


To keep: Cover & transfer to refrigerator, and use within 24 hours.


To freeze: Spoon into ice-cube maker, and freeze. Use within 8-10 months. Defrost: covered in refrigerator.