Looking for the best-tasting sweet potato recipe for your baby? Then, I’ve got you! The first time I made this puree, I’m pretty sure I ate more than my baby! I kid you not – It’s literally that good! And apparently, I’m not alone because this puree has dozens of 5-star reviews from parents like you! We add in a pinch of mild curry powder to pump up the flavor – the end result is creamy, naturally sweet yet also somehow earthy, and beyond delicious. Now, let’s get cooking!
Medically reviewed and cowritten by Jamie Johnson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Lauren Braaten, Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT).
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I know broccoli puree and apple puree usually take the top spots for baby’s first foods, but this sweet potato puree should be right up with them.
Sweet potatoes are one of my all-time favorite vegetables to puree for babies because, over the years, I have found that babies love their naturally sweet taste and creamy texture.
In this homemade puree recipe, we roast the sweet potatoes to bring out their natural caramel-like, earthy goodness. Then, we add a pinch of mild curry powder to balance out the flavor and blend to a light and smooth consistency. The result? A sweet yet slightly herbal puree with a silky texture that is coveted by babies and adults alike!
Sweet Potato Baby Food Video
Ingredients
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Other Cooking Methods
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While I love the rich flavor of roasted sweet potatoes, there are several ways you can cook them to make into a baby food puree.
BEABA Babycook
With a touch of a button, the will cook the sweet potatoes for you! Place 1 peeled and chopped sweet potato into the stainless steel steamer basket, and place the basket into the glass container, closing the lid. Fill the reservoir tank to a level 3, close and lock the lid. Hit the steam button and let the machine do its magic. Once steamed, transfer the sweet potatoes into the glass container, leaving the water, close the lid, and hit the blend button for 1 minute or until the puree is smooth. You may need to add more water to the puree if needed in 2-tablespoon increments.
Steaming
Peel and roughly chop 2 sweet potatoes. Place them into a steamer basket over 2 inches of boiling water for 10-15, or until tender when pricked with a fork. Puree in a blender as directed below.
Boiling
Place 2 peeled and roughly chopped sweet potatoes into a medium saucepan, add enough water to cover the sweet potatoes, and bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cook for 15 minutes or until tender when pricked with a fork. Puree in a blender as directed below.
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Sweet Potato Combination Purees
While this Sweet Potato Puree tastes satisfying to the tummy by itself, it’s also easy to mix and match with other nutrient-dense baby food purees. Give these fun flavor combos a try!
Recipe Tips
- Sweet Potatoes: Look for medium sweet potatoes that are even in color with no scratches. Large sweet potatoes are starchier and might make the puree too thick.
- Pureeing: Root vegetables absorb a lot of liquid while pureeing, so don’t be shy about adding extra liquid while blending. I had to add a full cup of liquid to the sweet potatoes to get them smooth. Start by adding 1/4 cup of liquid and slowly go up from there as needed.
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5-Star Sweet Potato Baby Food (6+ months)
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1/4 tsp mild curry powder (optional)
- 1/4-1 cup liquid for blending, (water, fresh breast milk, formula, or sodium-free chicken stock)
Instructions
- Prep: Heat oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with tin foil, parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Bake: Wash and dry the sweet potatoes. Prick with a fork in several places and then place the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes – 1 hour or until a fork can easily prick the sweet potato. Let sit until cool to touch.
- Peel: Cut into the skin of the potato lengthwise and peel away the skin of the potato. Scoop out the sweet potato meat and place it into a blender or food processor, adding in the mild curry powder and liquid.
- Blend: Puree on high for 1-2 minutes or until smooth, adding in additional liquid in 1/4 cup increments if needed. I had to add in 1 cup of water to the puree pictured.
- Eat: Serve to baby or freeze for a later meal.
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