🍎 Apple Purée for Babies (6–12 Months): The Ultimate Beginner’s Fruit!
🍎Simple. Nutritious. Naturally sweet. Apple purée is a timeless first food that generations of moms have trusted—but today’s moms want more than tradition. 🙌✨
Let’s see why this humble fruit deserves a spot on your baby’s highchair tray!
🍼 When Can Babies Start Eating Apple Purée?
The sweet spot to introduce apples is around 6 months, when babies usually start solids. It’s perfect for early food explorers because:
It’s gentle on tiny tummies
It's naturally sweet (no added sugar needed!)
It pairs beautifully with other fruits, veggies, or grains
✅ Always follow the 3-day rule to watch for any allergic reactions.
🍏 Why Apple Purée? | Benefits for Your Baby
Apples are more than just sweet and crunchy. They're little powerhouses of nutrition!
🌟 Key Benefits:
Rich in Fiber (especially pectin): Helps regulate digestion and prevents constipation
Vitamin C Boost: Supports immunity and iron absorption
Natural Energy: Great for active crawling babies!
Mild & Allergy-Friendly: Rarely causes allergic reactions
🍽️ Fun fact: Cooked apples are gentler on the gut and easier to digest for infants.
🧑🍳 How to Make Apple Purée (In Under 15 Minutes!)
👩🍳 Ingredients:
1 organic apple (red or golden are sweeter)
Filtered water
🛠️ Things Required:
Peeler
Knife
Small saucepan
Blender or masher
Fine mesh strainer (optional)
🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions:
Wash, peel, and core the apple 🍎
Chop into small chunks🔪
Add to a saucepan with a little water (just enough to cover the base)
Simmer on low for 7–10 minutes, until soft
Blend or mash until smooth
Optional: Strain for extra-smooth texture
❄️ Storage tip: Freeze in small portions using an ice cube tray. Lasts up to 3 months!
🕒 How Much to Feed & When?
For 6–8 Months:
Start with 1–2 tablespoons once a day
Slowly increase as baby gets used to solids
For 9–12 Months:
3–4 tablespoons
Mix with grains like oats, rice cereal, or even yogurt!
🍽️ How to Serve Apple Purée Creatively
✨ No more boring bowls—let’s make it fun!
Classic Purée: Smooth and spoon-fed
Combo Bowl: Apple + pear / banana / carrot
Grain Blend: Mix into oats or ragi for breakfast
Frozen Apple Pops (for teething babies): Freeze in baby-safe silicone molds
🤔 Raw vs Cooked Apple for Babies?
Cooked apples are ideal up to 8 months. They’re gentler on digestion and reduce choking risk.
After 9–10 months, you can offer grated raw apple in very small, soft shreds under supervision.
🚫 Safety First!
Always supervise during feeding
Ensure smooth texture to avoid choking
No added sugar or salt
Check temperature before serving
🛍️ Mommy Tips & Tricks
Use sweet varieties like Gala or Fuji to avoid sourness
Prep in batches and freeze to save time on busy weekdays. Or you can order it from Pureejoy if no time to prepare or finding any difficulty.
Add a pinch of cinnamon after 8 months for a flavor boost (yes, babies love spices too!😋)
💬 Real Mom Review
“Apple purée was my baby's first love! It's quick to make and super gentle on her tummy. I started mixing it with oats and she gobbles it up every morning!” — Neha, first-time mom of a 7-month-old 💛
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🧡 Final Thoughts: A Pure Start with Apple Purée
Starting solids can feel overwhelming, but apple purée is like a warm hug from nature—safe, simple, and oh-so-nourishing. 🌿 Whether you're spoon-feeding or experimenting with baby-led weaning, apples are a beautiful beginning.