Baby food making supplies

How to make baby food at home -Supplies and basics

Are you curious about making your own baby food but don’t know where to begin?

Consider this post a baby food making 101 class -the short version for busy parents.

Here at MOMables, we help parents make fresh school lunches; but we also know that many of you have younger children and are looking for ways to make all of your family’s food healthier. Even your baby food.

So your baby is showing all the signs of wanting to eat, and you are excited to get started with baby food making but have NO IDEA how to go about it.

First you need to know what are the “right” foods for your baby’s age and not introduce too many foods at once.

It’s so important to follow a guide and follow the 4-5 day rule so that you know that your baby is ready for those foods.

What happens when you serve your baby foods that he is not ready to eat? The short answer: it can be hard on their digestive system and could be a source of food allergies later on.

How do you know if your baby is ready for solid foods?

More than likely, your pediatrician has already suggested introduction of baby cereal or solid foods. If not, some of the signs are:

The baby is able to sit up with support, reaches and grabs things and tries to put them in her mouth.
Try to reach the food that it’s on your plate
Mimics eating with their mouth when you eat

Basic First Foods

Note, there is no significant difference whether you introduce fruits or cereals first.

Mashed bananas
Peaches
Barley and rice cereal
Carrots
Pears
Squash
Sweet potatoes
Apples
Peas

What You Need to Make Baby Food

In recent years, there have been some all-in-one food steamers and blenders that make baby food making a snap. Know, that for hundreds of years people have used traditional methods and things typically found in your kitchen to make baby food. Therefore, you don’t really need any special equipment to make your own food.

Pot and a steamer basket, or
Electric steamer
Cutting board
Good knife
Immersion blender
Water
Ice cube trays or small storage cups
Freezer baggies
Sharpie Marker
Organic fruit or vegetables

You have done your research, got all the materials and foods you need so you are ready to get started. The main thing you need to remember is to make your food smooth and thin for those beginner babies and as they get older you can make it a bit thicker and with more texture. To make your food smooth and thin you need to add a little bit of water at a time.

Fruit Purees

***NOTE – If you choose to start feeding your baby before the age of 6mos old you will need to steam all fruits. Steaming or light cooking these foods makes it easier to digest.

After the age of 6 months you do not need to cook fruits unless it’s a harder fruit such as apples. Also depending on the fruit and how much natural liquid the fruit has in it you may not need to add water. For instance pears have a TON of natural juices so you may not need to add any water.

Directions

Fill a pot about ⅓ of the way up and place a steamer inside of the pot.
Add the fruit and bring to a gentle boil
Once it starts to boil, turn down to low and let simmer until fork tender
Remove from heat and place in a glass bowl
Once cool then with your immersion blender blend until you get the consistently that is right for your baby. Again, you may need to add water to make it smooth enough.

Vegetable Purees

The only other material that you would need when doing vegetables is a baby pan. When steaming you would do the same type of thing as you did for the fruit. When blending this is when you will add water. I suggest using the steam water for extra nutrients and then add additional water if necessary. Remember to always add water a teaspoon at a time so you can control the consistency.

I like to roast many of my vegetables such as sweet potatoes, acorn squash, butternut squash or any type of winter squash. Check out these easy vegetable roasting instructions. Once your fruits and vegetables are made into purees then you can spoon that mixture into a BPA FREE ice cube trays and place into the freezer up to 24 hrs. Place on the counter and let defrost just enough until you can easily take them out. Once all the cubes are out place them into a labeled freezer baggie and put back into the freezer.

How Long Does Homemade Baby Food Last?

Your homemade baby food can last in the freezer for up to 6 months. When serving remember that each ice cube is 1 ounce. Follow the guides as to how much your baby should be eating at their age.

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Perhaps, like many parents, you read the recent congressional staff report that found high amounts of heavy metals like lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury in certain prepackaged, processed baby foods. If your next thought was to panic and immediately toss all your little one’s pouches, jars, and puffs, you may want to reconsider, according to Jennifer Anderson, a registered dietitian and the founder of Kids Eat in Color, a nutrition-focused website and Instagram account. “There have been professionals calling for the removal of certain baby cereals since at least 2012,” she says, noting that a 2019 report by the advocacy group Healthy Babies Bright Futures found that 95 percent of the baby foods the group tested contained heavy metals. Yes, exposure to toxic levels of heavy metals can lead to lower IQ, brain damage, and behavioral impairments, but Anderson explains that the heavy metals in question occur naturally in the ground, which means they are introduced to many ingredients as they grow, which means there’s really no way to eliminate them from any diet. “They’re in adult foods and baby foods,” she says. “They’re in puréed food that you make at home, and they’re also in jarred baby foods.” Anderson notes there is “a little bit of data that shows there are probably higher levels of contamination in processed foods just because the processing itself seems to add a bit more.” (Although the reports we’ve cited call out a handful of specific brands, Anderson says no brand — even an organic one — is better than any other when it comes to being free of naturally occurring contaminants. )

While Anderson emphatically does not believe that “parents need to throw out all the food they bought with their hard-earned money and may not have the funds to replace,” she does say that making your own baby food would be one way to cut down on processed foods (and on any toxins found therein) in kids’ diets. Two other experts we spoke to — pediatric dietitian Pegah Jalali and lifestyle expert Rosalynn Daniels, a mom who also works as a food-content creator — agree. With the right tools, they say the process is simple enough, but they all note the one rule for anyone attempting to make their own baby food: Variety is key. As Anderson puts it, “every food has a dark side,” so using different fruits, vegetables, and grains “reduces the risk of one contaminant overwhelming a system.” Below, all the tools our experts recommend for making your own baby food, along with their tips for using them.

But first, to those who can’t resist the urge to throw away some processed foods to make way for new, homemade meals, Jalali has a tip: Toss any prepackaged food with any form of rice — including rice flour, rice milk, and brown-rice syrup — listed in the ingredients. “You look at all the data, and you see that all of the products that are really high in heavy metals are the ones made with brown rice,” she says. (Jalali, who is of Iranian ancestry, explains that it’s not about cutting out rice altogether — “it’s our cultural-heritage food,” she says — but she would “prefer to give my daughter actual rice versus baby food with rice in it.”) If you’re looking for an alternative to rice cereal, a popular first solid food for babies, Anderson says to look for cereals with ingredients like oats and barley instead. And if you’re looking for those expert-recommended tools you can use to make your own baby food, keep reading.

Green Sprouts Fresh Baby-Food Mill

$16

When it comes to an easy and efficient way to make baby food, Anderson says there’s nothing better (or cheaper) than an old-fashioned hand-grinder. “They’re super-simple, and you can stick one in a diaper bag and take it anywhere,” she says. To the uninitiated, she explains that a (good) grinder can take any food the family is eating — vegetables, fruits, salads, beans, even meats — and mash it up to a consistency appropriate for a baby starting solids. “For example, if your family is having Taco Tuesdays and you want your baby to join in, you can just grind up whatever filling you have into a nice, textured baby food, and they can just join in the meal,” she says. “And it took you maybe 30 seconds to a minute to make. ” Using a grinder to turn adult food into baby food, she explains, will allow little ones to “experience all the flavors your family is eating,” which can help prevent them from developing picky eating habits. If you’re going to cook for the whole family and grind some for baby, she advises withholding any salt from a recipe and adding it to the adult portions after the fact. Anderson also says never to give a baby honey until after age 1. Even if you use it to make baby food only once in a while, she still thinks a grinder is worth the investment. “There’s such a huge benefit in feeding kids whatever you have and starting to build those taste skills so they can learn different flavors,” she says. “You also save money and time, and it probably has less of the heavy metals, which is another win.”

$16 at Amazon

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$18 at Walmart

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Zwilling J.A. Henckels Enfinigy Power Blender

$300

Although experts say baby foods with a chunkier consistency better prepare kids for eating adult table food, you could, of course, use a blender to make a smoother purée for your child. Daniels swears by her Zwilling blender and has used it to prepare baby food in her own kitchen. This model, which can be operated via an app, has a 64-ounce capacity, a stainless-steel body, and six programmed settings, including pulse, smoothie, cocktail, ice cream, ice crushing, and cleaning functions. But if you want to shop around, check out our stories on the best-reviewed blenders on Amazon and the best chef-recommended smoothie blenders.

Squooshi Reusable Food Pouches 3.4 oz - 6 Count

$10

When it comes to storage for homemade baby food, Daniels and Anderson both say pouches offer more convenience than a jar. That said, Anderson warns that “pouches don’t really engage kids in the eating experience, which can contribute to picky eating,” so using a variety of vessels will help combat that. Anderson chose these reusable pouches after trying various styles and tells us they’re so durable she was able to give them to another family when she no longer needed them. “They really did hold up quite well,” she promises.

$10 at Amazon

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$10 at Amazon

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Infantino Disposable Squeeze Pouches - Pack of 50

$17

Those looking to buy and make food in bulk might consider these disposable, cheaper pouches that both Anderson and Daniels have used. Sold in a pack of 50, these are easy to stash in a fridge or freezer and won’t take up too much space, according to Daniels.

$17 at Amazon

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$17 at Amazon

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Squeasy Snacker Spillproof Silicone Reusable Food Pouch - 6 Oz.

$15

Jalali recommends this silicone bottle-pouch hybrid to anyone looking for a more substantial vessel. “It’s easy to clean and use, and it’s resealable,” she says. In addition to the six-ounce size shown here, it comes in 3.5-ounce and 16-ounce sizes, too.

$15 at Amazon

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$15 at Amazon

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Infantino Fresh-Squeezed Squeeze Station

$25

A filling station like this makes preparing pouches a bit easier, according to Daniels. “It’s all manual, and it comes with a little stand and a funnel,” she says. “You just put the food in there, and it’s super-easy.” This includes all the pieces you need to fill three pouches at a time and comes with ten disposable pouches to get you started.

$25 at Amazon

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$20 at Target

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Ball Mason Jar 4-Oz. Jelly Jars - 4 Pack

$13

While she has used pouches, Daniels says glass Mason jars “became a lifesaver” as she made more and more baby food, because they are easier to fill (and laziness is real). These four-ounce ones are the right size, and their smaller footprint makes them easy to store, she says. “They’re stackable and don’t take up much space,” she explains, noting that, unlike pouches, “you can use these after your kids grow out of baby foods. ”

$13 at Amazon

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$13 at Amazon

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LunchBots 1.5-oz. Leakproof Dip Containers - Set of 3

$28

For something less breakable that’s just as easy to fill, Jalali recommends these stainless-steel containers. “They’re really convenient and stay shut — they never open and spill everywhere,” she says. Like the Mason jars, they have a use beyond holding baby food too. “We still use them for snacks and berries,” she adds.

$28 at Amazon

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$28 at Amazon

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Choosing the best blender for preparing baby food - Rating 2022

Sooner or later, every mother faces the question of the first complementary foods. Naturally, at first you can buy homogenized mashed potatoes of industrial production. By their properties, such purees are as close as possible to the food that the baby can digest in the first months of the introduction of complementary foods.

However, it is impossible to feed the baby with canned purees for a long time. By the age of the baby, you need to start introducing food to the general table. But the child cannot chew food by himself, because his teeth have not yet grown. And before eating, the products need to be crushed. How to make mashed potatoes of the required consistency for the baby at home? Blenders are great for this. The best blenders for baby food are presented in our ranking.

How to choose a baby food blender?

You have to choose between special (steamer or mini blenders) and regular immersion blenders.

Children's steamer blenders

Steamer blenders can not only grind food to make puree, but also defrost ingredients and use steam to heat cooked food. Surely all parents know that steamed foods retain more beneficial properties. Gentle heat treatment can provide the crumbs with a complex of vitamins that are necessary for the growth and formation of a healthy body.

To prepare a complete baby puree, you just need to put the necessary ingredients into the container and turn the timer knob. In this case, you do not have to transfer boiled products to another container. You just need to start the blender mode, which can chop and mix baby food in seconds. The degree of grinding depends on the desires. It should also be noted that all models that combine the functions of a blender and a steamer are equipped with an automatic shutdown system.

Mini blenders

Mini blenders for baby food differ from the usual ones in their smaller size, less functionality and power. The bowl is designed for cooking small portions. This is quite convenient - you do not have to scrape mashed potatoes all over the walls. In addition, this blender is much easier to clean.

But how long does it take to prepare small portions for a baby? Babies are growing fast and complementary foods are also increasing rapidly. By 1-1.5 years old, the baby is already accustomed to a common table and not chopped food. You buy a baby blender, use it for six months, and then it will gather dust in the kitchen cabinet. After all, its low power and small size are not intended for other use.

The "Adult" full size blender can be used for a variety of purposes - smoothies, baby food, batter, whipping, chopping, mixing different foods, etc. Of course, it is less convenient for making baby purees, but you can make double big portion.

Immersion Blenders

Many mothers prefer immersion blenders for preparing baby food, which are handy for small batches. This is a hand blender placed in a cup of food. It does not take up much space, fits in any container for grinding. In addition, most manufacturers equip such devices with various bowls and nozzles, due to which the blender practically turns into a multifunctional food processor.

It should be noted that any immersion blender can handle the preparation of children's vegetable and fruit purees.

Vegetables and hard fruits should be washed and boiled (preferably steamed or covered with a little water) or baked in the oven. And then grind hot.

To prepare meat purees, you need a more powerful blender - 450, and preferably 600 V.

cooking mashed potatoes and cutlets for kids.

Rating of the best baby food blenders

Category	Location	Designation	Rank
The best children's steamer blender	1	Philips Avent SCF 870	9. 7 / 10
	2	Beaba Babycook Duo	9.6 / 10
	3	Kitfort KT-2305	9.4 / 10
	4	Goodhelper KBS-8131	9. 2 / 10
The best stationary mini blender for baby food	1	Braun JB 7192	9.9 / 10
	2	Philips HR2604	9.8 / 10
	3	RAWMID Dream mini BDM-07	9. 7 / 10
	4	Xiaomi Circle Kitchen CD-BL01	9.6 / 10
	5	Philips HR 2872	9.0 / 10
The best immersion blender for making baby food	1	Bosch MSM 67165	9. 7 / 10
	2	Braun MQ5207	9.6 / 10
	3	Moulinex InfinyForce Pro DD95KD10	9.5 / 10
	4	Bosch MSM66110	9. 4 / 10

Best Baby Steamer Blender

The Avent Philips SCF 870/22 has proven its worth. It is characterized by elegance and simplicity. The bowl volume of 450 ml will allow you to cook a decent dinner even for a crumb with a heroic appetite. This blender can be used for more than just baby food. Thanks to the steamer mode, you can boil vegetables for salads, cook fish or meat in your own juice. A significant drawback of the device is its rather loud operation, although thanks to the power of 400 W, the device mixes the ingredients in a matter of seconds.

Highlights:

sufficient bowl volume (450 ml)
steamer
mixes quickly and thoroughly
measuring cup and spatula included

Cons:

noise during operation

9. 7 / 10

Rating

Reviews

Very handy device! Never regretted buying it. The child is allergic to canned purees, even very good ones, so the blender simply saved us.

Continuing our roundup of the best Beaba Babycook Duo steam blenders for kids. The manufacturer positions this model as a kitchen robot. The device mixes ingredients, heats or defrosts food, cooks for a couple. The degree of grinding is set to any: from smooth puree to small pieces. You can cook 2 dishes at the same time in 2 different bowls. Moreover, a single rotary-button switch is responsible for the control - cooking-mixing. There is a similar model with one bowl - Beaba Babycook Solo Grey. The homeland of the brand is France, the warranty is 2 years.

Highlights:

One-hand steamer blender for blending, reheating and steaming in 15 minutes.
Water tank - stainless steel.
Large food bowls: 2 x 1.1 liters. Management is independent for each.
Automatic shutdown at the end of the process, beep.
Descaling indicator.
Slim body - saves countertop space, removable lid makes cleaning easy.
All removable parts are dishwasher safe.

Cons:

Plastic containers require careful handling, they lose transparency over time.
Big price.

Models in the range:

Beaba Babycook Solo - model with one bowl 1.1 l
Beaba Babycook Neo - updated design, glass bowl 1. 25 l

9.6 / 10

Rating

Reviews

Excellent model steamer blender: 15-20 minutes and two different dishes are ready. One-hand operation with a single switch is convenient, because sometimes you have to hold the child in your arms while cooking.

400W Power Blender Steamer from China is a compact, multifunctional, inexpensive device. For steam cooking, the ingredients are placed in an insert basket with holes for quick and even heating. Control of the cooking process - rotary control. For blending, turn and hold the knob for no more than 30 seconds, then wait for a while and, if necessary, repeat the process. Included is an insert basket for steaming. The homeland of the brand is Russia, the guarantee is a year.

Highlights:

Steam blender for two-step cooking: first steaming, then chopping.
Auto power off after process complete.
Hinged lid and detachable blade unit for easy cleaning.
Pleasant positive coloring.

Cons:

The capacity of the bowl is only 400 ml.
The plastic container must be handled with care.
Periodic manual descaling is required.
Housing gets hot.
Short service life according to the passport - only 2 years.

Models in the range:

Kitfort KT-2309 - different design, less weight 1.6 kg vs 2.1

9. 4 / 10

Rating

Reviews

Convenient and inexpensive steamer with blending function. Easy to take apart and wash. Grinds vegetables and fruits well, both boiled and raw. I make vegetable porridge and mashed potatoes for my baby, and whip up a milkshake for myself.

Inexpensive and functional blender-steamer, easy to operate. The total power of this baby food steamer is 410W: 300W for the heating element of the steam generator, 110W for the chopper motor. Although the cooking container has a volume of 1 liter, it can not be filled to the top: with a liquid product - up to 400 ml, with a solid product - no more than 250 g. The flask of the steam generator holds 180 ml of water, it is enough for 30 minutes of operation in steam mode. In the chopper mode, the model works for no more than 30 seconds, then a break is needed for a “rest”. The package includes a removable insert-basket for steaming. Russian brand, made in China, one year warranty.

Main pluses:

Choice of modes by one rotary switch.
Steam cooking for a long time, up to 30 minutes.
Easy disassembly for thorough cleaning.
Protection against incorrect assembly after flushing.
Bright design.

Cons:

To grind solid foods, they must first be cut into cubes of about 2x2 cm.
The speed of rotation of the blender blades is not adjustable.
Casing gets hot during steam cooking.
All food contact parts (except stainless steel blade) are plastic.

9.2 / 10

Rating

Reviews

Convenient model: I cut vegetables into cubes, turn on the double boiler, at the end of the process I transfer from the basket to the container and grind in blender mode.

Best Stationary Mini Baby Food Blender

In the category of the best stationary baby food blenders, the 1 kW model from Braun with a jug and glass bowls wins. The manufacturer declares the absence of bisphenol A in all plastic elements that come into contact with food and excludes its transfer to food. Included with the jug-bowl (maximum usable volume 1.4 l) are 2 containers-glasses 0.35 l for blending with a special lid in the kit - you can drink the finished product immediately or take it with you without pouring it into another dish. The lid is equipped with a small opening with a valve and is convenient for drinking and storing smoothies, purees, liquid cereals, creams. The four-bladed stainless steel knife not only effectively grinds and whips ingredients of various hardness and consistency, but also breaks ice. After 2 minutes of continuous operation, an automatic protective shutdown of the process occurs, you can resume it by pressing the start button again. The body is made of stainless steel, the jug is made of tempered glass. The length of the cord is 1.1 m, there are brackets for winding it. German brand, made in China, manufacturer's warranty - 3 years.

Main pluses:

Blender for products with any temperature, from ice to boiled.
Smart adaptation: automatic speed adjustment according to the content consistency.
5 speeds to choose from plus pulse button for any of the modes, ice pick function. Electronic control, there is a light indication.
Hole in jar lid for adding ingredients.
Removable parts are dishwasher safe.
Long warranty.

Cons:

Rather big price.

9.9 / 10

Rating

Reviews

The blender was purchased specifically for baby food, but I also prepare puree soups, cocktails and smoothies for the rest of the family. Reliable body, high enough power: it grinds everything quickly and efficiently, we add ice to smoothies so that the fruits after blending are not warm.

The power of this stationary blender is 350W. Such a device is suitable not only for children, but also for adult food: making mashed potatoes, smoothies, cocktails, beating eggs, crushing nuts, chopping onions, etc. The kit includes a travel glass with a lid (you can pour the finished product into it and take it with you), a mini-container (150 ml) for grinding small portions of solid foods, a container-jug for whipping, pureeing. The maximum capacity of the grinding jar is 0.6 liters. Made in China. Warranty - 2 years.

Main advantages:

Stationary grinder for a wide range of tasks: from blending soft cheese, bananas, kiwi, to crushing ice.
Two grinding speed settings.
Stainless steel cross blade for fast and efficient mixing in 30 seconds.
Attachments are dishwasher safe.
Compact vertical housing.

Cons:

All containers are made of plastic.
Handle to hold during operation would be nice (according to customer reviews).

Models in the range:

Philips HR2604 - color - silver
Philips HR2603 - White color
Philips HR2605 - glass jug
Philips HR2602 - white without universal chopper (mill)

9. 8 / 10

Rating

Reviews

A small stationary blender, I cook in it a gentle homogeneous puree for the baby, we take the puree with us for a walk in a convenient container with a lid.

The power of this mini-blender model is not at all modest - 500 W, it will cope not only with pureing and blending softened vegetables and fruits, but also with crushing ice, chopping nuts. The motor block of the device, depending on the connected capacity, is installed from below or from above. A couple of containers have lids for storing the finished product: you can take mashed potatoes or smoothies with you for a walk. Mechanical control. Made in China. Warranty - one year.

Highlights:

Mini blender with four jars included, a couple of which can be used to store cooked food.
3 different capacity beaters (1200 ml, 570 ml, 400 ml): one small bowl (250 ml) for crushing and chopping.
2 blade speeds.
Includes 3 steel knives.
Overload and overtemperature protection.
Convenient swivel way of fixing containers on the body, if assembled incorrectly, the blender will not turn on (protective function).
Comfortable handle for a large jug.

Cons:

Made of plastic, which becomes cloudy over time. However, the BPA-free material is also suitable for baby food.

Models in the range:

RAWMID Dream Mini BDM-08 - power 350 W, 18000 rpm (against 20000), 4 jugs (2x300, 1x600, 1x650 ml)

9. 7 / 10

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The blender was purchased for children, but we also cook in it for ourselves. Purees and smoothies are homogeneous, tender. When mixing a cocktail, I put juicy products on top so that the juice soaks all the ingredients faster.

The manufacturer positions this blender model (0. 25 kW) as a device for almost instantaneous grinding of products: in just 8 seconds. Moreover, the device will cope not only with the preparation of children's cereals, smoothies, mashed potatoes: a knife with four stainless steel blades is able to chop nuts, cereals, and crush ice. The body of the blender is made of aluminum and plastic, the set includes 2 plastic containers-glasses for grinding, with a volume of 0.3 l and 0.6 l. The button is not fixed, it must be kept constantly pressed, at the same time, it is unlikely to be difficult with such a processing time. The manufacturer claims that plastic parts do not contain harmful impurities and are safe for baby food, but this statement has not been confirmed by certificates or expert studies. The containers can be used to store food in the refrigerator or take with you by closing the special lid that comes with the kit. Completely Chinese product, warranty - six months.

Main advantages:

Compact size, simple single button operation.
Handles tough tasks: crushing ice, cereals, nuts, blending pieces of carrots, beets, pumpkins.
Switch-on protection if the glass is not properly placed on the appliance.
Easy disassembly, quick cleaning.
Democratic price.

Cons:

Chinese plug, adapter required.
Short warranty period.

9.6 / 10

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A compact but powerful enough device, it makes noise like all blenders, the sound largely depends on the consistency of the mixed / ground products. We take care of it, load it to the maximum infrequently, use it for baby puree, smoothies, whip up a cocktail. The plug is really Chinese, but the device came with an adapter as a gift, they also invested an additional third capacity of 0.6 liters.

The Philips HR 2872 bright red and white blender is suitable for making fruit and vegetable purees, juices and soups. Puree can be mixed directly in the bottle, and then close it with a lid and take it on the road. All parts are dishwasher safe.

Highlights:

600 ml bowl
high impact plastic jug
removable blade easy to clean
600 ml portable bottle included

Cons:

you need to hold the button while grinding

9.0 / 10

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The blender is compact, the cord is removed, it is convenient to store. Easy to wash. And the bottle is just a godsend!

Best Immersion Blender for Baby Food

Submersible blender has a fairly powerful motor (750 W), designed for processing soft foods: vegetables, fruits, and for chopping nuts and even chopping medium-sized pieces of ice. The complete set is quite wide: in addition to the case made of dense high-quality plastic with an electric drive, there is: a submersible leg-nozzle for blending various products; a container with a rotating knife for chopping vegetables, fruits, meat; beaters for beating eggs, cream, etc.; puree nozzle; scale glass. The homeland of the brand is Germany, the manufacturer is China, the warranty is one year.

Highlights:

Universal immersion blender "broad spectrum": not only for baby food, but also for various dishes of "adult" cuisine: smoothies, cocktails, etc.
12 speeds, selectable with rotary knob.
Control of two buttons: "start" to activate the selected speed mode; "Turbo" for intensive whipping at high speed.
Quick couplers.
Stainless steel dipping foot and two-bladed knives.
Ergonomic, comfortable handle.
All removable parts are dishwasher safe.

Cons:

Storage only in a horizontal position, in a vertical position - unstable, sorry, no loop for hanging.
The plastic around the cup and container becomes cloudy and scratched over time.

Models in the range:

Bosch MSM 66155 - 600 W, white, smaller chopper bowl volume

9. 7 / 10

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I bought a blender to prepare baby food, but we also use it ourselves. Puree with a nozzle turns out to be the most tender, grinds and whips perfectly. Highly beat eggs with milk for an omelette.

The 1kW immersion blender is compact, versatile, perfect for making baby food and more. The parts that come into contact with food are made of stainless steel (knife, whisk, submersible "leg") or dense high-quality plastic without harmful impurities and therefore can be used to make various dishes for children. The blender comes with a puree attachment, a whisk for whipping, a dipping leg with a two-blade curved knife, a measuring cup (0.6 l). If necessary, you can expand the package by purchasing containers for grinding with a large two-bladed knife or a shredding attachment. The button (like most blenders) is not fixed, you must constantly hold it with your hand. This design feature is for safety of use. German brand, Chinese version, 3 year warranty.

Main advantages:

21 rpm plus turbo mode.
Convenient one-hand operation, rotary speed control.
Easy to wash, dishwasher safe detachable parts.
Quick couplers, snap-on.
Comfortable length of 1. 2 m power cord.
Ergonomically shaped case with a “waist” that fits comfortably in your hand.

Models in the range:

Braun MQ5237 - Multiquick 5 with blender, whisk, puree attachment and 500 ml chopper bowl
Braun MQ 3137 Sauce + - Multiquick 3, power 750 W, 11 speeds, complete with blender leg, whisk, chopper bowl 0. 5 l, puree attachment

9.6 / 10

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Reliable, high-quality, powerful blender. Compact, fits in a low drawer. And he will prepare mashed potatoes, and whip proteins, and chop fruits, and in small quantities, nuts, and even ice. I usually start the process in the middle speed range, and for the last minute and a half I use the turbo mode to “fix” the result.

The versatile 1. 2 kW immersion blender will quickly and efficiently grind not only hard pieces of vegetables, but also nuts, cereals, ice. Quickly and uniformly whips the ingredients of cocktails, smoothies. The equipment is rich and varied: for vegetable or fruit purees there is a very successful special nozzle: a dish of creamy, airy consistency is obtained. Also included: nozzle for sauces and mayonnaise, whisk, chopper with bladed knives, measuring cup (0.8 l). All removable parts are dishwasher safe. The homeland of the brand is France, made in China, the guarantee is 2 years.

Main advantages:

Powerful motor, fast results.
Convenient speed adjustment, can be adjusted during operation.
Titanium-coated blades for extended blade life.
Puree attachment with 2 grids guarantees smooth, lump-free texture.
Manufacturer promises to have repair parts available for 10 years from date of manufacture.

Cons:

Rather big price.

Models in the range:

Moulinex DD95HD10 - the same InfinyForce Pro series, the kit does not include a nozzle for making sauces
Moulinex DD95MD10 - InfinyForce Pro series, complete kit including harvester attachment

9. 5 / 10

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Acquired by the action, according to the characteristics, configuration and price left behind the competing firms, they bought this particular blender. Sophisticated ergonomics: comfortable grip, easy adjustment, rubberized handle lies securely in the hand. The case is made of dense high-quality plastic, does not play, does not creak, the blender is optimal for baby food: small portions, high-quality materials.

Completes our ranking of the best baby food blenders Bosch MSM66110. The power of this model is 0.6 kW. Push-button control, normal operating mode and turbo mode for intensive chopping or whipping are activated. In the configuration, everything is minimalist: a submersible leg, a measuring plastic cup (0.6 l) with a lid. If necessary, you can expand the set of accessories by purchasing additional choppers, a vacuum kit, a whisk for whipping. All removable parts are dishwasher safe. German brand, made in China, one year warranty.

Main advantages:

Everything is simple, nothing more, elementary control of two buttons.
Quick coupler.
Submersible leg and 4-bladed paddle knife made of high quality stainless steel, easy to clean.
Low price.

Cons:

The finished product volume is for one serving.

Models in the range:

Bosch MSM66130 - more advanced 600 watt version, 12 speeds, whisk included
Bosch MSM66150 - 600 W, 12 speeds, blender attachment, whisk and chopper bowl included

9. 4 / 10

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The blender was bought specifically for chopping vegetables and meat into puree for a child. It makes moderate noise, it is comfortable to hold in the hand: the upper part of the body in the form of a rubberized handle does not slip. Lightweight and reliable device, reasonable price.

Healthy and gentle preparation of baby food

The priority is the freshness of the ingredients! Vitamins, minerals and nutrients that a child needs daily are lost during long storage or long cooking. Use your imagination and prepare a variety of dishes for your treasure! Even in baby food, there are many variations. In the first year of life, the ingredients should be cooked in a small amount of water or steamed. Your child cannot digest fried or grilled foods yet. In addition , when frying, grilling or breading, harmful nitrosamines and acrylamide are formed. Also note that some water should be used when cooking vegetables, as the valuable vitamins B and C are water soluble. Therefore, it is important that the water, which contains important nutrients , does not drain. With the Braun MQ 700 Soup hand blender, valuable broth can be blended together with vegetables. However, when cooking beans, spinach or other foods containing nitrate, the water after cooking should be drained.
Vegetables should not be cooked too long to retain as many vitamins and minerals as possible. They are then puréed with a hand blender. If the puree is too thin, you can add a little slimy rice water. In the finished dish, since it is not recommended to subject the oil to heat treatment, energy-containing vegetable oil (preferably rapeseed) should be added. The most important is the preparation of the ingredients - they must be as fresh as possible. Longer storage in the refrigerator leads to the loss of important nutrients. Frozen vegetables contain more vitamins than refrigerated vegetables a few days later. Vegetables with skins and legumes your baby cannot digest until the second year of life. Prior to this, it is recommended to puree the legumes with a hand blender, and remove the skin from the vegetables.

Children's household appliances for the little ones

The following kitchen equipment for preparing healthy meals is especially recommended:

Water filter with cartridges

Treat your tap water with a BRITA water filter to reduce heavy metals such as copper and lead! The filter will also protect the appliances from limescale deposits. Simply pour tap water into the filter and it will purify the water using a cartridge containing a mixture of activated carbon and an ion exchanger. The result is tasty and soft water that will benefit your baby.

Baby Food Assistant

Delicious home-cooked meals that suit your child's needs can be easily prepared with the steamer blender Philips Avent . Avent Gesunder 4in1 combines four functions - defrosting, steaming, pureeing and heating. With it, you will be able to cook healthy and tasty food for your little gourmets in no time. The specific way of steam cooking with Avent makes baby food especially healthy. All ingredients will cook evenly without boiling in water as Philips' unique technology circulates steam from bottom to top. The broth, texture and flavor are preserved for puree at steamer blender AVENT Gesunder 4in1 . In one device you will find everything you need to prepare healthy meals for your child with Avent. After all the ingredients have been steamed, the blender bowl must be removed, turned over and reinstalled. The cooked baby food can then be ground to the desired consistency. You only need one tool to cook tasty and healthy food at home.

Kitchen machine - easy preparation of healthy baby food

It can be used to make larger portions. Philips AVENT 4-in-1 can defrost, steam, chop and reheat. Thanks to the fast cooking process, cooking takes only 15 minutes. Thanks to the gentle heat treatment of , baby food retains all the necessary vitamins.

Hand Blender & Mixer

Quickly and easily you can make porridge for your little one. Food can be puréed with just one hand to suit your child's needs thanks to the stepless speed adjustment. Pressing the blender button lightly will produce a coarser blend, pressing hard will result in a soft puree.
You can prepare wonderful desserts for your baby with a hand mixer. Thanks to its ease of use and handy shape, it will be a practical cooking companion for the little ones.