Transform fresh kiwi into a simple Kiwi Puree for babies and toddlers. This easy baby food recipe is full of Vitamin C and fiber and is easy to freeze!
I love blending up fresh fruit into homemade baby food purees and this one is a great option to introduce kiwi to babies. We love this as is, or mixed with Mango Puree or Banana Puree.
The beauty of this baby food puree is that you don’t need to cook it or do any involved preparation. And it’s super flavorful and interesting to include in the mix with other more expected purees.
This kiwi baby food is rich in fiber and vitamin C, and is just yummy!
(You may also like finger foods for baby, baby muffins, and my 9 month old meal ideas.)
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How to Buy Kiwi
You’ll want to choose kiwi that’s slightly soft to the touch, but isn’t too squishy. That should have the best flavor and texture for making this recipe.
TIP: Find more tips on how to cut kiwi for baby led weaning and kids.
Ingredients You Need
To make this recipe, you just need fresh kiwi. You may need a little liquid, such as water, breastmilk, or formula, depending on the moisture in the fruit.
TIP: You can also try using full-fat coconut milk to add nutrients and flavor to this puree.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here’s a look at this super simple kiwi puree. Scroll down for the full recipe.
- Peel the brown skin from the kiwi and discard..
- Add the fruit to a blender.
- Blend until very smooth, adding a little liquid if needed.
- Serve or store in the fridge or freezer for later.
TIP: If the fruit has a hard time blending smooth, you can double the amount to make it easier for the blender to work.
Frequently Asked Questions
You don’t have to since the blender will make the mixture smooth. If you want it to be super smooth, you can pour it through a fine-mesh strainer.
Depending on the flavor of the fresh fruit, it may taste a little tart when pureed. If tastes too tart to you, you can mix it with plain whole milk yogurt, applesauce, Banana Puree, or Avocado Puree to mellow the flavor.
How to Freeze Kiwi Puree
To freeze, portion puree into an ice cube tray and freeze for 4-6 hours or until frozen. Transfer to a freezer storage bag for up to 3 months. To thaw from frozen, place a cube into an airtight container and allow to thaw overnight in the fridge. Freezing some of your batch is a great way to keep it fresh and have easy meals or meal components ready and waiting.
TIP: Find my best tips for baby food storage.
Stage 2 Baby Food Recipe
Kiwi can be a little acidic, so offer this to a baby once they’ve eaten other solids around 7 or 8 months. Sometimes acidic foods can cause a minor skin reaction in babies.
Best Tips for Success
- If the blender has a hard time blending the fruit totally smooth, increase the amount of kiwi to 2 cups.
- To freeze, portion puree into an ice cube tray and freeze for 4-6 hours or until frozen. Transfer to a freezer storage bag for up to 3 months.
- To thaw from frozen, place a cube into an airtight container and allow to thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Serve as is or mix into yogurt, oatmeal, or a smoothie.
- Mix it with another puree as desired, such as applesauce, Banana Puree, or Mango Puree.
- See more of my favorite baby food combinations here.
- Learn how to cut kiwi for babies and kids.
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I’d love to hear what you think of this recipe, so please comment below to share feedback!
5-Minute Kiwi Puree
Ingredients
- 2-3 fresh kiwi fruit
- water, formula, breastmilk, or full-fat coconut milk as needed
Instructions
- Peel the brown skin from the kiwi and discard, keeping just the green fruit.
- Add the fruit to a blender.
- Blend until very smooth, adding a little liquid if needed.
- Serve or store in the fridge or freezer for later.
Notes
- If the blender has a hard time blending the fruit totally smooth, increase the amount of kiwi to 2 cups.
- To freeze, portion puree into an ice cube tray and freeze for 4-6 hours or until frozen. Transfer to a freezer storage bag for up to 3 months.
- To thaw from frozen, place a cube into an airtight container and allow to thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Serve as is or mix into yogurt, oatmeal, or a smoothie.
- Mix it with another puree as desired, such as Apple Puree, Banana Puree, or Mango Puree.
Nutrition
This post was first published January 2020.
How long does the puree keep in the fridge?
Thanks my granddaughter loved it.
Excellent recipe