Baby Friendly Fruit & Veggie Muffins

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 22 minutes
Total time: 37 minutes
Yields: 12 muffins

Description

Inspired by a few BLW recipes I’ve tried & tweaked over time, these are soft, naturally sweet muffins that are packed with fruits & veggies – perfect for babies & toddlers!
These muffins are freezer friendly & contain no added sugar! Perfect for BLW or a wholesome snack on the go!

Great for babies 8 months or older. Consult your doctor before introducing new foods, especially if your baby has allergies or dietary concerns.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup blended rolled oats (oat flour)
1 tsp aluminium-free baking powder
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional for flavour)
1/2 tsp baking soda

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium bananas)
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce or apple puree
1/2 cup finely grated zucchini (squeeze out excess moisture)
1/4 cup finely grated carrot (squeeze out excess moisture)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
2 tbsp melted coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, use alcohol-free if for babies – I use Queens brand)

Method

Preheat your oven to 175°C and line a 12-cup muffin tray with paper cases or lightly grease.
Grate zucchini and carrot finely, then use a clean cloth or paper towel to squeeze out extra moisture to prevent soggy muffins.
In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon.
In a separate bowl, combine mashed banana, applesauce, grated zucchini, grated carrot, eggs, milk, coconut oil, and vanilla. Mix well.
Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. (Lumps are fine, don’t overmix!)
Spoon the batter into the muffin tray, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and the tops spring back when gently pressed.
Cool in the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Storage!
Fridge: Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Once cooled, freeze in a ziplock bag or airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

Tips & Notes!

Swap zucchini or carrot for grated apple or mashed sweet potato
Add 1/4 cup mashed blueberries for extra flavour
For babies under 1, always serve in age-appropriate sizes — mash or cut muffins into small pieces