Base for infant smoothies

A base for infant smoothies is a simple, nutrient-dense puree designed as a foundation for baby's first blended foods. It typically consists of a single starchy fruit or vegetable, like banana or avocado, blended with a liquid such as breast milk, formula, or water. This concept is a modern, global approach to introducing solids, popular in Western baby-led weaning and healthy eating trends.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This base is generally high in carbohydrates for energy, with healthy fats if avocado is used, and minimal protein. It provides essential nutrients like potassium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C, with a calorie count ranging from 70 to 150 kcal per serving depending on the primary ingredient.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	105 kcal
Protein	1.3 g
Carbs	27 g
Fat	0.4 g
Fiber	3.1 g
Sugar	14 g
Sodium	2 mg
Potassium	422 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Vitamin C	10.3 mg
Magnesium	32 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Folate	24 µg
Phosphorus	26 mg
Vitamin A	76 IU

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, this base is unique because it's a 'blank canvas' designed to be mixed with other nutrient-rich foods like iron-fortified cereals or protein powders as the baby grows. Culturally, it represents a shift towards whole-food, homemade infant nutrition, moving away from pre-packaged commercial baby foods.