Carrots need to cook until completely tender before being blended for an early spoon-fed meal. The estimated time depends on how thickly they are cut.
Wash, peel and slice carrots into small even pieces.
Steam until the thickest piece crushes easily with a fork; cook longer if necessary.
Blend with a small amount of safe cooking water until smooth and spoonable. Cool before serving.
Blend until smooth with no firm pieces, adding a little cooking water to keep the purée spoonable. Progress to a thicker mash as your baby manages texture; do not offer hard raw carrot pieces.
Serve smooth and thin.
Serve thicker or lightly mashed.
Plain carrots and water contain no intentionally added common major allergens; individual reactions are still possible.
Cool promptly and refrigerate untouched purée covered. Reheat thoroughly, stir to eliminate hot spots and cool before serving; discard bowl leftovers.
Cool promptly and refrigerate untouched purée covered. Reheat thoroughly, stir to eliminate hot spots and cool before serving; discard bowl leftovers.
This guide is informed by current guidelines from leading health organizations:
