Easy Granola Powder Recipe For Baby Led Weaning
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No Sugar Granola For Baby-Led Weaning
Introducing my no-sugar granola powder, the perfect introduction to solids for your little one. Specially crafted with babies in mind, this gentle blend of oats, grains, and seeds provides a nutritious and easy-to-digest option for busy parents looking to start their baby on a healthy eating journey.
Packed with essential nutrients and free from added sugars, my granola powder can be mixed into milk, plain Greek yogurt, or fruit purees for a delicious and satisfying meal that will keep your baby happy and healthy.
My no-sugar granola powder is a nutritious start to your baby's weaning process.
Make Your Own Granola vs Store Bought
Making your own granola recipe offers several benefits compared to store-bought options. One advantage is the ability to customise ingredients and different textures to suit personal preferences and dietary restrictions.
This allows for control over sugar content, types of nuts and seeds included, and the overall level of sweetness.
Additionally, homemade granola tends to be fresher, with a higher quality of ingredients compared to some mass-produced varieties found in stores, which can be packed full of sugar. A great finger food too.
Making granola at home also helps you to avoid unnecessary additives and preservatives for your baby that are often present in store products, ensuring a healthier breakfast or snack option for your baby and of course for the whole family.
Side Effects Of Oats For Babies?
Oats are generally considered safe for babies to consume, but some potential side effects may arise. One possible issue is the risk of allergic reactions, particularly in babies with a sensitivity to gluten.
Symptoms could include rashes, digestive problems, or breathing difficulties. Additionally, oats are high in fibre, which may lead to constipation in some babies if introduced too quickly or in large amounts.
To mitigate these risks, it is advisable to start with small portions of well-cooked oats and observe any adverse reactions closely.
More healthy recipes suitable for your baby are listed below.
Benefits Of Oats For Baby?
Oats offer numerous benefits for babies following Baby-Led Weaning (BLW). They are a great source of fibre, which can help regulate a baby's digestion and prevent constipation. Oats are also rich in iron, essential for healthy growth and development.
Additionally, oats are easy for babies to grasp and manipulate, making them an ideal food for self-feeding during the BLW journey. Introducing oats early can help babies develop their fine motor skills and encourage independent eating habits.
Overall, incorporating oats into a baby's BLW diet can provide a nourishing and beneficial addition to their meals.
Can My Baby Eat Whole Seeds?
Whole seeds can be a choking hazard for babies due to their small size and hard texture. It is recommended to avoid giving babies whole seeds until they are older and able to chew more effectively.
Consider offering alternatives such as sunflower seed butter or pumpkin seed butter.
These options provide a safer way for babies to explore different textures and flavours while reducing the risk of choking.
Always ensure that foods are cut into appropriate sizes and supervised closely during mealtimes to promote safe eating habits.
Ingredient information
Oats - I have used rolled oats, you could use any type of oats that you have such as jumbo oats or quick oats/instant oats. If you have pre made ground oats you could use this too.
Coconut oil - You could use an avocado oil or even an unsalted butter or dairy free butter instead of coconut oil for nut allergies.
Pumpkin seeds - Pumpkin seeds boost infant growth and brain development. Rich in iron, zinc, magnesium, healthy fats, and protein, they enhance overall health.
Sunflower seeds - Sunflower seeds are a nutritious addition to a baby's diet, rich in vitamin E for skin and immune health. They offer healthy fats, fibre, and protein for growth. Easily consumed ground or as a sunflower seed butter (great from 6 months of age), they diversify textures and flavours, expanding food preferences.
Flaked almonds - Flaked almonds for babies are nutrient-rich, with fats, protein, fibre, and vitamin E. Their soft texture is easy to eat. Introduce cautiously due to allergen risks.
Chia seeds - Chia seeds are nutritious for babies, high in healthy fats, fibre, protein, calcium, and iron. Add to baby food like purees, yogurt, or porridge. Introduce gradually in case of reaction.
Desiccated coconut - Coconut is a healthy choice for babies. Coconut oil fights harmful bacteria and viruses. Coconut milk is a nutritious cow's milk alternative for lactose intolerant babies. It is rich in essential nutrients for growth. Coconut flesh boosts infant digestion. Including coconut in a baby's diet offers health benefits.
Rye flakes - Rye flakes are nutritious for babies due to high fibre content aiding digestion and promoting a healthy gut. They provide iron, magnesium, and B vitamins essential for growth. Easy to digest, suitable for sensitive stomachs. Slow-release energy regulates blood sugar, keeps baby full. Incorporating rye flakes benefits a baby's health and wellbeing.
Serving suggestion
The granola has natural sweetness which is great as healthy snacks or it would be great served with a plain natural style Greek yogurt or plain natural yogurt.
This is a great food with no added sugar which is perfect for baby and the entire family.
Other similar recipes for you: Oaty bars, Porridge or quinoa porridge or Baby pancakes.
Storage instructions
The granola can be kept in the fridge for up to 5 days, if stored correctly.
Its best stored in an airtight container to keep fresh.
You can also freeze this as well for up to 2 months in the freezer in a large airtight container or portion the granola into smaller airtight containers.
Once you are ready to remove from the freezer, all you will need to do is leave to thaw in the fridge in the container, once defrosted fully, it is ready to use.
Once defrosted you will not be able to refreeze, and it will keep fresh in the fridge for up to 2 days, if kept in an airtight container.
Equipment used to help with this recipe
Large bowl - Definitely choose a stainless steel one - they are lighter than the stone or glass ones and very easy to clean.
Baking tray - I have chosen to use a non-stick and BPA free baking sheet - they are easy to clean and, if you buy more than one, easily stackable and easily stored.
Nutri bullet - I have found a blender to be an invaluable tool in the preparation of many of my baby led weaning recipes.
Airtight container - I love the non-stick surface of this particular frying pan and it’s suitable for all types of hob.
Kilner jars - These are snack sized glass pots with easy push-on silicone lids which are water tight and leak-proof making them ideal for carrying light bites and snacks on-the-go.
Recipe | Easy Granola Powder Recipe For Baby Led Weaning
Ingredients
Makes 5-6 small portions
100g rolled oats
3 tablespoons coconut oil
1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
1 tablespoon sunflower seeds
1 tablespoon flaked almonds
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon desiccated coconut
2 tablespoons rye flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to a medium heat of 180C or 350F. Prepare a baking tray with baking parchment.
Pop all the ingredients into a large bowl and mix altogether using a spoon.
Tip out the ingredients onto the prepared baking tray and flatten down using the back of a spoon.
Place the tray into the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, take out of the oven and using a spoon carefully move the oats around on the tray.
Flatten down again and pop back into the oven for around 7-8 minutes.
Once the time is up, take out of the oven and leave to cool.
For baby blitz into a powder using a food processor, for Mummy keep whole.
Recipe notes
For gluten-free babies, use gluten-free oats to be on the safe side.
You could try adding a little natural peanut butter or almond butter, great if you need to introduce peanuts or almonds to your baby’s diet.
Also you could add tree nuts if you have not introduced them to your baby. This is a really customisable breakfast idea, which is great.
Hope you and your family enjoy!
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