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Sweet Corn Puree (Homemade Baby Food)

Modified: Jan 25, 2025 · Published: Oct 28, 2024 by Marni Katz · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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Growing up in the Midwest means that corn is abundant in the summer. When my kiddos were just starting to eat solids, I knew I had to find a way to share the pure joy of summer with them. Enter corn puree. I made all my kiddos baby food and knew this was next on the list.

This quick and easy sweet corn puree is so simple and so delicious! Like so many of my homemade baby food purees, this one is so easy to make. It pairs well with other flavors like sweet potato puree and black bean puree and makes a great side dish for the adults!

Let me share with you how to turn sweet corn (fresh or frozen) into a great puree for your little one.

close up of pointy end of an ear of corn partially in its husk

As corn can be tough for some little tummies to digest, some experts suggest waiting a bit longer to introduce sweet corn puree into your little ones diet. I've never had a problem introducing it at 6-7 months, but I'm just a mom speaking from experience😊. Your pediatrician can guide you on what's best for your baby.

Ingredients

sweet corn kernels in a vitamix blender with whole ears of corn on the side
  • Corn: You can use fresh or frozen corn in this recipe.
  • Milk options: Coconut milk, breast milk or any non-dairy milk like almond milk or soy milk. Water is also an option.

Fresh Corn vs. Frozen Corn

During the summer, I'm happy to use fresh corn on the cob for this recipe for two reasons.

  • It's readily available and locally grown
  • It's so sweet and perfect you could almost eat it raw

The rest of the year, like in my blueberry puree and strawberry puree, I reach for frozen corn. Frozen corn is a great choice because:

  • Frozen corn kernels are flash frozen at the peak of freshness
  • Easy to find in any grocery store
  • Economical and really easy to work with

How to make corn puree

  1. Put corn kernels into high speed blender
corn kernels in a vitamix blender container
  1. Add about half of your liquid to the blender and turn it on to medium speed.
  2. Puree to desired consistency adding more liquid a smidge at time if needed.
corn in a blender with corn on the cob around it

How to Freeze and Store

I like to freeze my homemade purees in a silicone ice cube tray. I leave one portion out right after making them in a 4oz mason jar, and then typically freeze the rest.

When you are ready to use the corn puree, simply let it defrost overnight in the refrigerator or microwave it in 10 second intervals until it is thawed.

pureed mango in a silicone ice cube tray

Yummy combinations for babies

  • Avocado Puree: The smooth consistency of pureed avocado works really well with the texture variances in corn puree.
  • Black Beans: Corn and beans are a classic pairing and the sweetness of the corn puree balances nicely with the pureed black beans.
  • Flaked Salmon: Salmon is a great protein to pair with the corn puree.
  • Yogurt: Another good protein pairing and a super simple combination for younger babies.

Variations with Herbs and Spices

I like to spice up my homemade baby food to keep things interesting and expose my kiddos palates to a wide variety of flavors when they are young. A few herbs and spices that work well with pureed corn include:

  • Basil:  One of my favorite summer soups is my sweet corn and basil soup. Adding a dollop of pesto or a few leaves of basil to this puree, adds a nice depth of flavor and the same profile of that soup.
  • Chili Spice: Like you would add into a pot of chili, not the hot pepper kind.
  • Cumin: Add a few dashes into the corn puree before serving.
  • Cilantro: Add a few leaves into the blender while pureeing the corn.
  • Lime: Similar to what I would add into corn salsa, a few squeezes of fresh lime juice really brightens up this puree and adds a new flavor to your babies palate.
  • Smoked Paprika: Adds a delicious depth of flavor to the corn with a few dashes of this spice mixed into the puree before serving.
pureed corn in vitamix blender container with corn on the cob on the table below.

Variations for Adults

Corn puree doesn't have to only be for babies. It makes a great side dish for lots of dinners.

It would be great served along side my pesto salmon recipe, a grilled steak or roasted chicken. You could also easily mix the pureed corn into a classic risotto dish for a delicious and simple dinner.

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corn puree in a vitamix blender with corn cobs on table below

Sweet Corn Puree

Marni Katz
This homemade sweet corn puree is a simple and fresh option for homemade baby food. Made with just a few ingredients, it’s naturally sweet and full of flavor. Whip up this baby-friendly blend to add a taste of summer to meals anytime of year!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Baby Food
Cuisine Puree
Servings 15 cubes
Calories 24 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 silicone Ice tray
  • Vitamix or other high speed blender

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz corn kernels fresh off the cob or frozen and thawed
  • ¼ cup more or less coconut milk, almond milk or water

Instructions
 

  • Put corn kernels into high speed blender.
  • Add about half of your liquid to the blender and turn it on to medium speed.
  • Puree to desired consistency adding more liquid a smidge at time if needed.

Notes

Corn puree stays good in the fridge up to 5 days and can be frozen up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 24kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 56mgPotassium: 42mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg
Keyword corn puree, homemade baby food, sweet corn recipe
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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!"

Comments

  1. Brittany says

    July 25, 2020 at 7:52 pm

    If using fresh corn, do I need to cook it first?

    Reply
    • Marni Katz says

      July 26, 2020 at 8:20 pm

      I like to bring it to a boil for just about 2 minutes and then turn off the heat. If you have super fresh corn, you won't need any more cooking than that.

      Reply

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