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Persimmon, Blueberry + Basil Baby Food

Persimmon, Blueberry & Basil Baby Food Puree

5 from 4 votes
This homemade persimmon baby food puree combines sweet Fuyu persimmons, juicy blueberries, and fresh basil. An easy, flavorful fruit puree for babies around 6 months and older!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cups
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ripe Fuyu persimmon peeled and roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • a few fresh basil
  • water, breast milk or baby formula As needed

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • blender

Method
 

  1. Wash and peel the persimmons. Remove the leafy tops, cores, and any seeds. Roughly dice the flesh. Wash the blueberries thoroughly.
  2. Place the prepared persimmons, blueberries, and washed basil leaves into a blender or food processor.
  3. Blend until completely smooth. Add a little water, prepared infant formula, or breast milk if needed to adjust the consistency.
  4. Check the texture before serving to ensure it's appropriate for your baby's developmental stage. Serve immediately or refrigerate promptly.

Notes

Recipe Tips:
  • Choose ripe, soft Fuyu persimmons for the best flavor and consistency.
  • Always remove the leafy tops, cores, and any seeds before blending.
  • For an extra-smooth puree, use a high-powered blender.
  • Add liquid gradually to avoid making the puree too thin.
  • Start with small amounts of herbs or ginger when introducing new flavors.
  • Try mixing the puree with plain, unsweetened whole-milk yogurt if your baby has already tried and tolerated dairy.
  • Refrigerate homemade baby food promptly in an airtight container for 1–2 days, or freeze in individual portions for 1–2 months for best quality.
  • Discard any leftovers from your baby's serving bowl.
Feeding Note: These recipes are intended for babies who are developmentally ready for solid foods, typically around 6 months old. Introduce new ingredients separately when appropriate, serve in an age-appropriate texture, and consult your pediatrician about feeding or allergy concerns.