Butternut Squash Baby Food
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary
roughly chopped
- 1-2 tsp olive oil)
(optional
- 1/2-1 cup liquid)
(water, fresh breast milk, formula, stock or bone broth
Directions
- 1
Preheat: Heat oven to 450 degrees F. Line baking sheet with a silicone mat, tin foil or parchment paper.
- 2
Prep: Cut butternut squash in half, deseed and place flesh side up, skin side down on the baking sheet. Optional - feel free to drizzle the squash with 2 teaspoons of olive oil for some added healthy fat.
- 3
Roast: Place the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 45-60 minutes or until you can easily prick the squash with a fork.
- 4
Peel: Let cool until you can handle the squash with your hands. Scrape the flesh off of the skin and place in a blender or food processor.
- 5
Add Herbs: Add the thyme or rosemary to the blender.
- 6
Puree: Turn on the blender or food processor and puree, adding liquid in 1/4 cup increments until you have the desired consistency. I had to add in 3/4 cup of water to my puree shown below.
- 7
Eat: Serve or freeze for later.
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About this Recipe
Introducing solids to your little one can be an exciting journey, and this Roasted Butternut Squash Baby Food Puree is a delightful and nutritious way to begin! You'll love how easily you can offer your baby a homemade, wholesome option that’s packed with goodness.
This recipe works by harnessing the natural sweetness of butternut squash through roasting, which concentrates its flavor and creates a wonderfully tender texture perfect for pureeing. The inherent nutritional value of butternut squash—rich in calcium, folate, vitamins A and C, and essential fiber—makes this a powerhouse food for growing babies. It’s designed to be irresistibly smooth, ensuring easy digestion for tiny tummies.
When you prepare this butternut squash baby food, expect a vibrant, creamy puree with a subtle, naturally sweet taste. Roasting brings out an appealing depth of flavor that even adults will appreciate. The consistency is exceptionally smooth, ideal for babies just starting solids. This recipe provides a significant yield, making it efficient for meal prepping. You can feel confident you're providing a nutrient-dense foundation for your baby's developing palate and health.
Customization & Serving Ideas
This puree is incredibly versatile, allowing you to tailor it to your baby's needs and your pantry. For extra healthy fats, you can incorporate 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil before roasting. The type of liquid you use for blending offers another layer of customization: choose water for a simple base, or enrich the puree with fresh breast milk, formula, stock, or bone broth for added nutrients and flavor. A touch of fresh thyme or rosemary (about 1 teaspoon, roughly chopped) can introduce subtle herbal notes, expanding your baby's flavor experiences early on.
This wholesome butternut squash puree is perfect for introducing a foundational vegetable to your baby's diet. Serve it plain as a first food, or mix it with other pureed fruits or vegetables as your baby grows.