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by Michele Olivier on October 14, 2016 (updated Oct 19, 2019)

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These 4 Fall Inspired Recipes for Baby are going to be on repeat at your home because not only do they pack a major amount of fall flavor yummies, but they are loaded with essential nutrients. Great for 6+ months as well as baby-led weaning.

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This post is sponsored by Beech-Nut Brand Baby Food.

4 Fall Inspired Recipes for Baby

I just made your baby’s fall foodie dreams come true!

Wait, you don’t think your baby has foodie dreams? I would think that is about all they dream about (honestly, that’s what I mostly dream about so why would the littles be any different?), but if they haven’t dreamt about food yet,once they get a taste of these four amazing fall recipes they are going to start.

Banana Bread Puree 🍌
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie 🎃
Apple Harvest Puree 🍎
Sweet Potato Mini Muffins 🍠

These fours recipes are going to be on repeat at your house because not only do they pack a major amount of fall flavor yummies, but they are loaded with essential nutrients.

And I am pretty positive that you will be sneaking a couple of the mini muffins and roughly three-forths of the smoothie for yourself, because while these recipes were meant for baby, they are too damn good for you to pass up.

All of these recipes use Beech-Nut Baby Food Purees to keep life super simple and easy. But where I could, I gave you some alternatives as well.

Banana Bread Baby Food Puree

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A warm, spice filled puree for baby that tastes just like the real thing – fresh banana bread!

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Pumpkin Pie Smoothie for Baby + Toddler

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Loaded with pumpkin flavor, this smoothie is completely baby friendly (sugar-free and gluten-free) and is full of omega-3 fatty acids, essential vitamins and protein.

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Spiced Sweet Potato Mini Muffins for Baby + Toddler

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These mini muffins are moist and tender and absolutely perfect for baby’s first muffin.

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Apple Harvest Baby Food Puree

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Apple and pumpkin puree are mixed with earthy nutmeg and cloves then swirled together with a healthy multigrain cereal and plain yogurt for extra fiber and protein for a fun twist on the classic flavors of fall.

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Disclaimer – this post was sponsored by my favorite brand of baby food – Beech-Nut. But the opinions are 100% my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Baby FoodE!

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originally published on October 14, 2016 (updated Oct 19, 2019)

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  1. Lida ZReply

    I’ve made a bunch of your muffin recipes and they’ve all turned out great, until I ran into a snag with this one. I was watching it bake and the muffins rose beautifully until they started collapsing. By the time I got them out of the oven the tops were completely sunken in (they look like pastry shells), but the inside is still not totally cooked through! Any idea what could be causing that?

    • Lida ZReply

      Btw: I followed the recipe exactly except that I used instant oats instead of rolled oats because that’s all I had…

      • Michele OlivierReply

        Oh no!! That is such a bummer! I haven’t had this happen to me with this recipe and usually mine turn out fluffy and moist. Did you add the baking soda and powder? Are they expired?
        Let me try them with instant oats and let you know what happens. Maybe that’s it since I haven’t tried this recipe using Instant oats before.

        • Lida ZReply

          It’s shouldn’t be a problem with the baking soda/powder because I made your chocolate and pear muffin recipe at the same time and they turned out perfect! 😋

          I wonder if my blender over mixed it. It’s an industrial blender (I make a lot of smoothies) so it’s oretty intense. Maybe I’ll try hand mixing next time. The muffins tasted really good so I don’t want to give up on this recipe!

          • Michele Olivier

            Maybe you did overmix them. This one is puzzling me. I just made another batch and they turned out perfect. I use a blendtec on high power so not sure how that compares to yours. Maybe use yours on medium speed and let me know how they turn out.

  2. Lida ZReply

    I’ve made a bunch of your muffin recipes and they’ve all turned out great, until I ran into a snag with this one. I was watching it bake and the muffins rose beautifully until they started collapsing. By the time I got them out of the oven the tops were completely sunken in (they look like pastry shells), but the inside is still not totally cooked through! Any idea what could be causing that?

    • Lida ZReply

      Btw: I followed the recipe exactly except that I used instant oats instead of rolled oats because that’s all I had…

      • Michele OlivierReply

        Oh no!! That is such a bummer! I haven’t had this happen to me with this recipe and usually mine turn out fluffy and moist. Did you add the baking soda and powder? Are they expired?
        Let me try them with instant oats and let you know what happens. Maybe that’s it since I haven’t tried this recipe using Instant oats before.

        • Lida ZReply

          It’s shouldn’t be a problem with the baking soda/powder because I made your chocolate and pear muffin recipe at the same time and they turned out perfect! 😋

          I wonder if my blender over mixed it. It’s an industrial blender (I make a lot of smoothies) so it’s oretty intense. Maybe I’ll try hand mixing next time. The muffins tasted really good so I don’t want to give up on this recipe!

          • Michele Olivier

            Maybe you did overmix them. This one is puzzling me. I just made another batch and they turned out perfect. I use a blendtec on high power so not sure how that compares to yours. Maybe use yours on medium speed and let me know how they turn out.

  3. Poushali KirkpatrickReply

    Can I make the muffins using the silicone baby trays?

    • Michele OlivierReply

      Yes you can

  4. Poushali KirkpatrickReply

    Can I make the muffins using the silicone baby trays?

    • Michele OlivierReply

      Yes you can

  5. Katie DespinsReply

    I think it’s important to note that oats are gluten free naturally. The only way they would have gluten in them is if they had gotten contaminated with wheat in a processing facility (not impossible, but unlikely).

  6. Katie DespinsReply

    I think it’s important to note that oats are gluten free naturally. The only way they would have gluten in them is if they had gotten contaminated with wheat in a processing facility (not impossible, but unlikely).

  7. Katie DespinsReply

    Worth noting: oats are naturally gluten free.

    • Katie DespinsReply

      Didn’t notice my comment posted the first time– sorry!

  8. Katie DespinsReply

    Worth noting: oats are naturally gluten free.

    • Katie DespinsReply

      Didn’t notice my comment posted the first time– sorry!

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How do I prepare my 4 month old baby for food? ›

Mix cereals and mashed cooked grains with breast milk, formula, or water to make it smooth and easy for your baby to swallow. Mash or puree vegetables, fruits and other foods until they are smooth. Hard fruits and vegetables, like apples and carrots, usually need to be cooked so they can be easily mashed or pureed.

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Here are some examples of homemade foods that are suitable for 4-6-year-olds:
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Answer. ​Yes, you may find several benefits to feeding your baby homemade foods. It can be less expensive than store bought, for example. It can let your child enjoy baby-friendly versions of foods they see the rest of the family eating.

Is potato good for 4 month old baby? ›

Potatoes may be introduced as soon as baby is ready to start solids, which is generally around 6 months of age. The potato is a staple food around the globe, including in South America, where Aymara and Quechua farmers first learned to cultivate the native plant thousands of years ago.

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Stage 1 weaning foods

During stage 1, you want to start with weaning foods like soft and pureed foods; think soft cooked sticks and pureed fruits and vegetables, yoghurt, and mashed avocado. Some vegetables that are great to start with are: Parsnip. Broccoli.

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Start Simple

Start with one food at a time and select foods that are nutritious and easy to mash such as bananas, avocados, peaches, mangoes, plums, grapes, potatoes and butternut squash. If your baby responds well to these, advance to other nutritious foods such as asparagus, kale, ground chicken, or quinoa.

What solid food can I give my 4 year old? ›

Healthy options include fresh vegetables and fruits, low-fat dairy products (milk, yogurt, cheeses) or dairy substitutes, lean proteins (beans, chicken, turkey, fish, lean hamburger, tofu, eggs), and whole-grain cereals and bread.

What food do 4 year olds like? ›

Some good snacks to put out are crackers and cheese, cut up fruit pieces, or a tray of cut veggies with a dip. If you are serving a meal, which is expected if your party goes over lunch or dinnertime, keep things simple. Pizza or hotdogs are classic party foods that many four-year-olds enjoy.

Can I give banana to my 4 month old? ›

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), most babies are ready to start eating solid foods, including mashed banana, between 4 and 6 months of age. However, it's important to watch for signs of readiness before introducing solid foods.

How to make tasty baby food? ›

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  2. Skip the additives we usually use—young babies don't like spices and don't need a ton of salt and sugar. ...
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  4. Freeze in ice cube trays.
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What foods should you not give a 4 month old? ›

unpasteurized juice, milk, yogurt, or cheese. regular cow's milk or soy beverages before 12 months instead of breast milk or formula. It's OK to offer pasteurized yogurt and cheese. foods that may cause choking, such as hot dogs, raw carrots, grapes, popcorn, and nuts.

Is it cheaper to make your own baby food? ›

You can save money.

Baby purées can be pricey — it's far cheaper to make your own versions of those same food combinations at home.

What foods are good to puree for babies? ›

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) recommends starting with simple items, like mashed banana or avocado. 6 You can then slowly incorporate new foods and flavors, such as beets, broccoli, and pureed meats. Reserve chunkier textures for older babies.

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