🥭 Mango Purée for Babies (6–12 Months): A Sweet Taste of Summer!
Golden, juicy, and full of sunshine — mangoes🥭😍 are love at first bite! 💛
Once your baby turns 6 months, this tropical treat can bring a burst of flavor and nutrition to their feeding journey. It’s a great way to introduce naturally sweet, no-added-sugar fruit into your baby’s diet.
Let’s explore how and when to serve mango purée, its benefits, preparation tips, and delicious combos!
🍼 When Can Babies Eat Mango?
You can introduce mango to your baby after 6 months, once you've started solids like rice cereal, apple, or banana.
Easy to digest when ripe
Naturally soft and juicy — ideal for purée
Mangoes are non-acidic and low in allergens
✅ Follow the “one new food at a time” rule to check for any mild reactions.
🥭 Why Mango is a Must-Try First Fruit
Beyond its sweet taste and beautiful color, mango is a nutritional powerhouse!
🌟 Benefits of Mango for Babies:
Rich in Vitamin A → Supports eye health
Vitamin C → Builds immunity and helps iron absorption
Antioxidants → Great for baby’s developing brain
Natural sweetness → Encourages healthy food habits
Dietary fiber → Aids in digestion
🧡 Perfect for babies with mild constipation too!
🧑🍳 How to Make Mango Purée for Babies
👩🍳 Ingredients:
1 ripe mango (Alphonso, Kesar, or Dasheri work beautifully)
Peeler or knife
Spoon
Blender or fork
🥣 Method:
Wash and peel the mango
Slice off the flesh from the seed
Blend until smooth OR mash with a fork for a slightly textured purée
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours
🧊 Can be frozen in small portions for later use.
⚠️ No cooking needed — just ensure the mango is ripe and not fibrous.
🕒 How Much to Feed?
6–8 Months:
Begin with 1–2 tablespoons
Offer as a snack or post-meal sweet treat
9–12 Months:
3–4 tablespoons
Serve as a smoothie, mash, or spread over toast/pancakes
🍽️ Fun Mango Purée Combos to Try
Mango + Banana → Extra creamy & sweet
Mango + Yogurt → Cool summer treat (8+ months)
Mango + Rice → Tropical rice mash
Mango + Oats → Breakfast boost
Mango + Chikoo (Sapota) → For a dessert-style purée!
👶 For baby-led weaning: cut mango into long strips and serve with peel-on “handles” (remove peel before baby eats).
⚠️ Important Feeding Tips
Always use fully ripe, sweet mangoes
Avoid fibrous mangoes for younger babies — blend well
Refrigerate leftovers immediately and discard after 24 hours
Introduce mango during the day to observe any sensitivities
💬 Real Mom Story
“Mango was the first fruit my baby actually finished without making a face! It’s like nature’s dessert — and I even use leftovers in my smoothie!”
— Nisha, mom of an 8-month-old 🍹
📌 Don’t Forget to Pin This Mango Magic!
Add it to your Baby Meal Ideas board so it’s handy every summer 🌞
🧡 Final Thought: Let Mango Add Magic to Your Baby’s Plate
Sweet, vibrant, and loaded with nutrition — mango purée is a feel-good fruit for your baby’s tummy and taste buds. Introduce it slowly, play with combos, and enjoy every sticky-fingered smile!