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Sweet Potato Wedges for Baby-Led Weaning
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by Michele Olivier on August 6, 2020 (updated Sep 22, 2022)
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These Sweet Potato Wedges are a simple and easy recipe for baby-led weaning, finger foods for baby or as a great side for toddlers. Quick and easy to make – babies, toddlers and adults will love this recipe!
Sweet Potato for Baby-Led WeaningIf you are looking for more foods for baby to explore during weaning, these sweet potato wedges will be a HUGE hit 👊!
Super quick and easy to make with just 3 simple ingredients – sweet potato, olive oil and a pinch of paprika. You can even prep and make these wedges ahead of time!
These sweet potato wedges seasoned with a pinch of spice to make them crave-worthy and roasted until they are super soft with just a bit of crunch, which makes them perfect for babies with no (or few) teeth.
Even better, these wedges are a recipe that can be enjoyed by Mom and Dad too😋, so no need to be making separate meals!
Sweet Potato Wedges Video
Watch this video to see step-by-step instructions on how to make these easy sweet potato wedges for your little one!
Reasons to Love These Sweet Potato Wedges- can be served as a finger food for baby-led weaning
- pair with a fun dip for an easy baby or toddler meal
- great for 6 months and up
- full of lots of essential vitamins and minerals for growing baby
- high in fiber
- 3 simple ingredients
- sheet pan recipe
- just 5 minutes prep
- plant-based
- dairy-free and gluten-free
- great for Mom and Dad too!
Sweet potatoes are at the top of the list when it comes to first foods to introduce to your baby. You can read more about why I consider them one of the top 10 foods to first introduce to baby here!
- A good source of fiber and can prevent and resolve constipation.
- They contain a lot of beta-carotene which converts into vitamin A.
- Contains vitamin C and E to help strengthen immunity.
- A good source of calcium to help strengthen bones.
- Preheat oven to 400° F.
- Cut sweet potatoes in half lengthwise, then into 4 wedges lengthwise, for a total of 8 wedges. Depending on how big your sweet potato is, you may need to cut the wedges in half.
- Place wedges into a mixing bowl, and drizzle in oil and sprinkle with paprika. Toss with your hands until all of the sweet potatoes are covered.
- Place the wedges on a baking sheet. I do not line my baking sheet as I find that the metal will give the wedges a better crisp to the outside. Bake for 12 minutes, flip the wedges and then bake for another 12-15 minutes or until they are tender and golden brown.
- Let cool and serve.
You can store these wedges in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days making these sweet potato wedges perfect for make ahead baby weaning foods.
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- star dip container
- baby fork
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- 2 sweet potatoes
- 2 tsp olive or avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp paprika (see notes for other spice options)
Preheat oven to 400° F.
Cut sweet potatoes in half lengthwise, then into 4 wedges lengthwise. Depending on how big your sweet potato is, you may need to cut the wedges in half.
Place wedges into a mixing bowl, and drizzle in oil and sprinkle with paprika. Toss with your hands until all of the sweet potatoes are covered.
Place the wedges on a baking sheet. I do not line my baking sheet as I find that the metal will give the wedges a better crisp to the outside. Bake for 12 minutes, flip the wedges and then bake for another 12-15 minutes or until they are tender and golden brown.
Let cool and serve.
Age: 6 months and up
Yield: 10 servings of 2-3 wedges
Serve with: I served these sweet potato wedges with a side of mashed avocado.
Storage: you can store these wedges in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Note on Spices: I used paprika in this recipe, but you can also add a pinch of cinnamon, garlic, nutmeg, cloves, mild chili powder or another spice you prefer instead.
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Sweet Potato Fries for Baby Led Weaning
Easy to make, healthy sweet potato fries for baby wed leaning.
These are perfect for babies starting at 6 and 7 months old!
Sweet Potato Fries for Baby Led Weaning
With Enceladus (our first daughter) she was all about Baby Sweet Potato Cookies, now with Proxima (second daughter) she loves Sweet Potato Fries, so I thought it was worth sharing this simple recipe with you!
When Proxima turned 6 months old, we started baby led weaning to get her taste buds going, and to make her more comfortable with food. We are luck that Enceladus, now 3 years old, is such a great eater and I really think that is because of how much different food she was introduced to as a baby and how we really encouraged independence in food touching and eating.
And let me tell you, Proxy loves her food, especially these Sweet Potato Fries! Also, I can’t handle the cuteness with these scrunched up smiles she’s been serving me lately.
When is a baby ready for baby led weaning?
Every baby is different, but there a few signs you can easily spot when a baby is ready to begin baby led weaning.
Your baby can start baby lead weaning once they can sit up unassisted and has strong neck controls, usually around 6-7 months. Your baby does not need teeth to start baby led weaning.
You’ll also notice that your baby suddenly seems very interested in what you’re eating and drinking. At around 4-5 months old Proxy started spotting my morning banana or turning her head to look at my apple spices while licking her lips, so I knew she was getting closer.
How to Make Sweet Potato Fries
First, let’s talk about peeling the sweet potato or not. In my experience if a baby is brand new to finger foods, around 6-7 months old, then I peel the sweet potato. I find that the skins give them trouble swallowing when they’re beginning.
Once the baby gets older, around 8-9 months old, then I stop peeling as they can swallow and digest easier.
In this recipe I’m going to peel the sweet potatoes because that’s what works best for Proxy.
Chop the sweet potatoes up into 1/2 inch thick pieces, or approximately the size of your finger.
Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet directly. You can use parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup but I find that they bake best directly on the sheet. Pour olive oil on top and stir to fully coat them.
Bake for 24 minutes, flipping them half way. Check after 24 minutes. Does a fork easily slide through? They’re done. If it doesn’t, bake for a couple more minutes.
Allow to cool before serving to your adorable baby!
These will last in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. I like to put them in individual jars so I can easily reach for a serving as sometimes dinner time is hectic! Ok I lied, dinner time is always hectic in my house. 🙂
What spices can I add to these for baby?
If your baby is ready for flavor, you can add cinnamon, nutmeg, garlic, paprika or cumin on top of the fries before baking. My 7 months old loves cinnamon, garlic and cumin.
If your baby is over a year old, you can start introducing salt.
Don’t tell anyone but I make a couple of these sweet potato fries for myself with sea salt on them and they are DELICIOUS!
How to Make Sweet Potato Mash
If you want to turn these fries into a mash, that’s easy to do. Place sweet potatoes in a bowl and mash with a fork until you reach the consistency you want.
The sweet potatoes are already very soft so you don’t need to break out your food processor or blender, or even add water (unless you’re making a puree).
How to Freeze Baby Finger Foods
I will often make a double batch of these to always have in the freezer for quick lunch, dinner and daycare meals.
To freeze them simply place in freezer bags and place in freezer. When ready to use pop the amount you want into the microwave and heat, allowing to cool down before giving to your baby.
More Baby Food Recipes:
If baby loves this recipe try my Baby Cinnamon Carrot Fries recipe too, along with these other ones:
Apple Pear and Banana Baby Food
Homemade Baby Food Pouches
Carrot Baby Cookies Using Baby Food
Butternut Squash Stage 3 Baby Food
Pumpkin Baby Pancakes Recipe
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Sweet Potato Fries for Baby Led Weaning
Easy to make, healthy sweet potato fries for baby wed leaning.
These are perfect for babies starting at 6 and 7 months old!
serves 8
- ▢ 2 sweet potatoes about a pound
- ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Regarding peeling the sweet potato: Peel the sweet potato if your baby is brand new to finger foods, I always find that if the baby is 6 or 7 months old they have a problem swallowing the skin. Once they become used to finger foods (around 8-9 months) then you don't have to peel anymore.
Cut the sweet potato in half, and then cut up into 1/2 inch thick long strips, or about the size of your finger. If the piece is very long, you can chop them in half again.
Place sweet potatoes directly on baking sheet. Pour olive oil on top and stir to coat them. Make sure they are single layer and not on top of each other.
Bake for 24 minutes, flipping them half way, so they don't stick to the pan. Check after 24 minutes and if they’re soft, they’re done.
My rule is if a fork goes through very easily then they're done. If they are too hard, add a couple of minutes until you get the softness consistency you want.Allow to cool and then give a couple sweet potato fries to baby to eat as finger food.
If you want to serve this as sweet potato mash, place in a bowl and mash with a fork. The sweet potatoes are already soft so you don’t really need a food processor to mash them, a fork does the job.
You can store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. I heat them up in the microwave, making sure they are cooled down before serving baby. For long term storage, you can place them in freezer bags and freeze.
Course:Main Course
Cuisine:American
Keyword:baby sweet potato fries
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All the children I know love potatoes, which we call "French fries". Even my son, who is absolutely indifferent to any potato, cannot pass by these alluring sticks in the hotel and, of course, looking at the other children, demands the same for him on a plate! What to do, of course, we can’t forbid them everything, but we can cheat a little. Here's another one of my tricks! Suitable for adults too :)
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Peel potatoes and cut into cubes.
If the potato has a high content of starch, then I advise you to soak it in cold water for half an hour. Then drain the water, dry the potatoes thoroughly.
Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with thyme, white pepper and stir. Put on a baking sheet greased with vegetable oil and bake in the oven at a temperature of 180C until the potatoes are ready. It took me 40 minutes, but if you spread the potatoes in one layer, the cooking time will be reduced. In the middle of the way, gently mix the potatoes. And sprinkle with salt at the end.
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Victoria © No doubt: ONE CHIR favorite food from all over the world.
Deep fried potatoes are a popular side dish in almost all fast food chains as well as many restaurants. And the choice of frozen french fries in a regular supermarket is simply overwhelming.
French fries are believed to have originated in 19th century Belgium, later spreading to France and then to much of the Western world. But only American fast food chains have made french fries an integral part of everyday cuisine.
french fries in baby foodOf course, french fries are naturally quite high in calories and fat. After all, we are talking about fried potato strips in a lot of oil. But in the wonderful world of fast food french fries, there is a big difference in how many calories, fats, and "bad fats" (saturated and transgenic) can be found in a serving of french fries, depending on where they are bought or how they are prepared. .
Turning french fries into a healthy side dish is easier than most people think. Here are some tips for making delicious french fries so you can enjoy them guilt-free.
Contents:
1. Bake, don't fry
Traditional french fries are cooked in a pot with vegetable oil, which is a lot of extra fat and calories in your favorite side dish. Therefore, to make the dish more useful, it must be baked in the oven. We choose a healthy oil, for example, olive or butter, and measure out two tablespoons. An oil sprayer will make the potatoes less greasy. Next, put the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake at 200 degrees for about 45 minutes or until they are nice and crispy.
potatoes2. Oil free
Eliminating frying from the equation cuts calories and fat immediately, but eliminating oil completely can maximize the health of the product. Follow the same instructions as above, but replace the butter with a few tablespoons of seasoned beaten egg whites or vegetable broth. Don't forget to turn the potatoes once or twice so that they become beautiful and browned on all sides.
baby food fries3.
Skip the salt Anyone who has tried instant salted fries has probably experienced the uncomfortable bloating that followed. At home, sodium levels in foods are easily controlled. After all, salt is far from the only option when it comes to flavoring potatoes. Instead, opt for aromatic spices such as fresh garlic, cumin, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Even sweeter spices like cinnamon and nutmeg work great, especially when sweet potatoes are used.
fries4. Sweet potato fries
Sweet potatoes contain more fiber and vitamin A and fewer calories than classic potatoes and make slightly sweet fries that are delicious. We are trying to cook sweet potato fries, suddenly the child and family will appreciate it! Of course, not an everyday dish, since sweet potatoes must first be found and then bought, but sweet potatoes are sold in large chains.
French fries5. Go back to your roots
Potatoes are not the only ingredient that can be deliciously prepared.
