7. Plum Jam:
Babies enjoy having jam due to its semi-solid consistency. However, the high sugar content is a concern. This plum jam recipe uses the natural sweetness of plum instead of added sugar. You can serve plum jam to your baby with a slice of wholegrain bread or crackers.
You will need:
1 cup fresh plums
1 tbsp ground allspice (optional)
1 tsp cinnamon powder
Water
How to:
Cut the plums in half and remove the seeds. Place in a pan and add water and sugar. Let it boil till the plums are soft.
Remove from heat and puree. Add the puree back to the pan and add allspice and cinnamon. Cook on low heat till it becomes thick, just like jam. Remove and let it cool before storing it.
Store the prepared jam in an air-tight container in your refrigerator and label the date of preparation.
Ensure to finish the jam within a stipulated time as homemade jams tend to expire faster than commercial ones.
8. Plums and bananas with quinoa
Quinoa is a pseudocereal that makes a healthy addition to an infant’s diet. The nutritional properties of quinoa are promising, and its regular consumption is associated with several health benefits. This recipe is an interesting combination of quinoa with plums that will become your baby’s favorite in no time.
Note: This recipe contains cow’s milk and is suitable for babies older than 12 months. It is important that the quinoa is dehulled and your baby is not allergic to it.
You will need:
1 cup fresh plums
1 banana (mashed)
½ cup quinoa
1 cup full-cream cow’s milk
1 tsp cinnamon powder
How to:
Cook quinoa in milk as per the directions given on the packet of quinoa.
Add deseeded and peeled plums with the banana in a blender. Blend till you get a smooth semi-fluid consistency of the paste.
Add the paste to quinoa porridge. Sprinkle some cinnamon on top and serve it to your baby while it is still warm.