This has to be one of my favorite ways to make a smooth strawberry puree for your baby, as the high heat of the oven condenses the natural sugars in the strawberries, which brings out their deep rich sweetness. This simple cooking technique is a simple way to make a puree that is truly swoon-worthy! Of course, if you want to take a serving of your baby’s puree and use it on top of ice cream, I, for one, will not stop you;)

Nutritional Information

Strawberries are super nutritious and are a great first food for your baby because of the different ways your aby can enjoy them- plain, in yogurt or oatmeal, smoothies, frozen treats, etc.

•  They are high in vitamin C; in fact one cup contains about 180% of the recommended Daily Value for kids, making it an excellent source of this vitamin. 
• They’re also a good source of fiber for digestion
• They contain potassium, folate, and numerous antioxidants. 
• A majority of strawberries are made up of water, so they are a great food to keep your baby hydrated.

Roasted Strawberry Puree

 Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6-8 ounces
Age: 6+ months 

Ingredients

• 2 cups strawberries, stems removed and chopped
• 1 pinch cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the strawberries on the baking sheet and sprinkle on cinnamon. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until soft and bursting with juices.
2. Let cool slightly, and then transfer the strawberries to a blender or food processor and puree for 1-2 minutes until smooth. 

Notes 

Age: 6+ months

Storage: you can store the purees in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for 4 months. 

Yield: roughly 6-8 ounces of puree

Notes on Frozen Strawberries: if you are using frozen strawberries, make sure you thaw and drain any excess liquid before using them.