Gentle Spinach Banana Oatmeal Porridge for Babies
Easy Breakfast Alternative: Nutritious Baby Food with Spinach, Banana, and Oatmeal
This oatmeal porridge, made with iron-rich spinach and sweet bananas, is a perfect breakfast option for babies. It’s a nutritious meal that aids in the baby’s health and growth, also serving wonderfully as a baby food.
Ingredients- 25g fresh spinach
- 50g ripe banana
- 50-70ml milk (adjust based on baby’s age/preference)
- 15g oatmeal
- 1 slice low-sodium baby cheese
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the fresh spinach thoroughly several times. Gently pat dry the washed spinach. Place it in a microwave-safe bowl, add about 1-2 tablespoons of water, cover with a lid or plastic wrap, and microwave for about 1 minute to blanch it until tender. This process softens the spinach fibers, making it much easier for the baby to digest.
Step 2
Prepare 50g of ripe banana, which is sweet and soft. Peel the banana and cut it into appropriate pieces.
Step 3
Add the blanched spinach (squeeze out excess water), the prepared banana, and 50-70ml of milk to a blender. Adjust the amount of milk according to your baby’s preferred consistency. Blend until all ingredients are smoothly pureed.
Step 4
Have 15g of oatmeal ready, which is nutty and nutritious. While oatmeal can be pre-soaked in water or milk, in this recipe, we’ll cook it with the other ingredients.
Step 5
Pour the pureed spinach and banana mixture into a baby-safe pot or a steaming container for baby food. If using a steamer, prepare it accordingly.
Step 6
Add the 15g of oatmeal to the pureed mixture. Stir well with a whisk or spoon to ensure there are no lumps and that the oatmeal is evenly incorporated into the ingredients.
Step 7
Finally, tear or chop 1 slice of baby cheese and place it on top of the porridge. Microwave for about 1 more minute. Adding cheese enhances the flavor and adds a creamy texture. Ensure it reaches a comfortably warm temperature for your baby.
Step 8
After removing from the microwave, let the porridge cool slightly, then mix it well. For an extra touch, you can artfully arrange small banana pieces on top. Your healthy and delicious Spinach Banana Oatmeal Porridge is now complete! Gift your baby a nutritious and tasty breakfast.
