Banana Avocado Mash
A creamy, nutrient-packed mash perfect for babies starting solids. This recipe combines healthy fats from avocado with natural sweetness from banana, providing essential vitamins and energy for growing infants. It's easy to digest and helps introduce new textures.
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium ripe banana
- 1/4 medium ripe avocado
- 1-2 tbsp breast milk or formula (optional)
Method
- 1
Peel the banana and avocado, then cut them into small chunks.
Ensure the avocado is ripe but not brown inside for the best texture and flavor.
- 2
Place the banana and avocado chunks in a small bowl and mash thoroughly with a fork until smooth and creamy.
For younger babies, mash until no lumps remain; for older ones, leave it slightly chunky to encourage chewing.
- 3
If desired, add breast milk or formula to thin the mash to your baby's preferred consistency.
Start with 1 tablespoon and adjust as needed—this also adds familiar flavors for easier acceptance.
- 4
Serve immediately to your baby.
Avocado browns quickly, so prepare fresh each time and discard any leftovers after feeding.