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    Strawberry Puree (Homemade Baby Food)

    Published: Apr 28, 2022 by Marni Katz · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This simple strawberry puree recipe is great for introducing your baby to a favorite summer fruit. In oatmeal, on yogurt, in smoothies, in cakes and even cocktails, this puree is going to be one of your favorites to make.  In less than 10 minutes you can go from whole fruit to a beautiful puree!

    strawberry puree in a vitamix blender

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    What’s so great about making homemade purees?

    The best part about making homemade strawberry baby food is that it’s super quick and you know exactly what ingredients are in it!  This recipe, is so simple and the only ingredient are strawberries.  No added sugars or thickeners, just whole fruit, pureed to the perfect consistency.

    Because this puree is so simple, it’s one of my favorites to make when putting together homemade baby food. You can easily roast the strawberries or add mint to the puree, but my favorite way to make it is the simplest way.  Pureeing frozen strawberries and then storing for later usage.  

    You can also use this strawberry puree for drinks of all sorts. Think mocktails for kiddos or in champagne for the adults. The frozen puree is great added to your favorite smoothie as well.

    Ingredients

    package of frozen strawberries with fruit in a bowl

    A few notes on the ingredients:

    • If you use fresh strawberries, use them at the peak of their freshness. Look for berries that are bright to dark red and firm to the touch. Additionally, make sure wash fresh strawberries well before pureeing.

    How to make strawberry puree (simple step by step instructions)

    To make things even simpler, here are step-by-step photos to help you every step of the way.

    If using fresh strawberries:

    1. Wash strawberries
    2. Hull strawberries (cut off the stems and a bit into the center of the strawberry)
    3. Pop into the blender and puree to desired consistency
    4. Optional - if you want to strain the seeds out now’s the time to do it.  I would use a mesh sieve and really press the puree through to get as much of the good stuff as you can.

    If using frozen strawberries:

    1. Put them into a blender (I use the Vitamix) and puree to desired consistency
    2. Optional - if you want to strain the seeds out now’s the time to do it.  I don't do this, because the seeds are mostly pulverized in the blender. I would use a mesh sieve and really press the puree through to get as much of the good stuff as you can.
    3. Refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze in cubes for up to 2 months.

    For all measurements and a more detailed guide, check out the recipe card at the bottom of this page.

    Frequently Asked Questions 

    Are fresh or frozen strawberries better for making strawberry baby food?

    Either one works great, although I prefer using frozen berries for two reasons.  First it’s more economical and second I can get them all year long. 
    If using fresh strawberries, look for dark berries that are still firm.  You want the freshest berries you can find!

    Other than baby food, what are good uses for strawberry puree?

    This puree is great over yogurt and drizzled over pancakes or waffles. It's fun as a sundae topping or mixed into ice cream. You can also easily add the frozen cubes to any fruit smoothie you make.

    What’s the best way to freeze this puree?

    Once the strawberry puree is at the desired consistency, pour it into a silicone ice cube tray and cover with a piece of plastic wrap. Freeze until the cubes are solid and then transfer to a zip top bag. The cubes are good for up to 2 months in the freezer.

    When you want to serve the strawberry baby food to your little one, either defrost in the fridge overnight, on the counter for about 30 minutes or put into a microwave safe dish and microwave in 10 second intervals until the it reaches the desired consistency.

    What pairs well with strawberry baby food?

    This strawberry puree is great to serve with other purees and pairs well with the following:

    • Cooked oatmeal: Either use fresh puree or a frozen cube mixed in
    • Spinach: Pair with a spinach cube (same flavors a Strawberry-Spinach Salad)
    • Goat Cheese: Mix the strawberry puree into the goat cheese and pair with spinach
    • Apple: Pair with homemade applesauce for a yummy pink puree
    • Banana:  Use either freshly mashed banana and fresh strawberry puree or defrost both from frozen cubes, mix together and serve.
    • Greek Yogurt: Mix the fresh puree into yogurt and then serve immediately or freeze as an already mixed cube for later. This combination is also delicious as a popsicle for bigger kids.

    For more info on baby food pairings, check out the Ultimate Guide to Homemade Baby Food.

    strawberry puree in a mason jar with labeled lid

    One more simple tip

    This puree is great in lots of other recipes besides homemade baby food.  You can mix it into no churn ice cream.  Add it to homemade buttercream, add frozen puree to smoothies, pour it over pancakes instead of syrup or mix it into yogurt.  You can even add the strawberry puree into drinks if you are feeling fancy.  Think strawberry lemonade cocktails for the adults or strawberry milk for the kiddos.

    Looking for more homemade baby food recipes?  Try these:

    • Cherry Puree
    • Sweet Potato Puree
    • Broccoli Puree

    When you try this recipe and love it 😍 let me know by leaving a comment below or 5 ⭐ rating!

    📖 Recipe

    strawberry puree in a vitamix blender

    Strawberry Puree (Homemade Baby Food)

    Marni Katz
    Simple and delicious strawberry puree is great for babies.  Quick and simple to make, you'll find your self making it over and over again.
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    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Baby Food
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 12 kcal

    Equipment

    • Vitamix or other high speed blender

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups strawberries frozen or fresh

    Instructions
     

    For Fresh Strawberries

    • Wash and hull strawberries (cut off the stems and a bit into the berry).

    For Fresh or Frozen Berries

    • Put them into a high speed blender and puree to desired consistency.
    • Refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze in cubes for up to 2 months.

    Notes

    If you use fresh strawberries, use them at the peak of their freshness. Look for berries that are bright to dark red and firm to the touch. Additionally, make sure wash fresh strawberries well before pureeing.
    This puree can be used immediately, stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen up to 3 months.  
    If you are freezing, use a silicone ice cube tray to freeze into easy to use cubes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 12kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword baby food, strawberry puree, vitamix
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    About Marni Katz

    Marni Katz is the recipe developer, photographer and writer behind Simple Gray T-Shirt. She wants to help people keep things simple in the kitchen. With simple recipes, easy menu ideas and plenty of tips and tricks along the way, she wants getting a meal on the table to be as simple as putting on your favorite gray tee!
    "I want to inspire you to get back in the kitchen and do this, because you can!"

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