Pear puree is a tasty puree for babies and toddlers, but also a fantastic addition to your oatmeal, yogurt, baking, smoothies, and even cocktails. Discover flavour combinations and storage tips in this ultimate guide to making pear puree.
For the full recipe, with ingredient amounts, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
This section features step-by-step photos for visual reference. The complete recipe can be found by scrolling to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
This deliciously sweet puree shouldn’t be limited to babies! Other great uses include
I always encourage parents to experiment with herbs and spices when making baby food. Pears pair beautifully with a range of spices and herbs, why not try adding a little cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, clove, nutmeg, star anise or vanilla when cooking the pear. (If using whole spices remove before blending). Alternatively try livening up the puree with a little fresh basil, mint or rosemary. Add before blending.
Pears also combine well with both sweet and savoury purees. Why not try mixing it with…
Apple Puree, Banana Puree, Beet Puree, Blueberry Puree, Butternut Squash Puree, Chicken Puree, Kiwi Puree, Papaya Puree, Prune Puree, Strawberry Puree or Sweet Potato Puree
No, if your pears are really ripe they should be able to blend without cooking.
No. Pear skins are totally safe and easy to digest for the stomach. In fact, a lot of the pear’s nutrients are found on the skin or just below the skin. If you do keep the skin on you may need to cook the pears for longer and the puree will not be as smooth (unless you have a powerful blender).
Nothing! Pears contain stone cells which can give them a gritty texture. Stone cells are developed in pears as they ripen on the tree and this is why they are picked before they are ripe.
Pears are a popular natural remedy for constipation in little ones.
No. However, it’s essential to be aware that pears can pose a choking risk for babies because they can be firm. If you plan to offer them as a finger food, you can reduce the risk by steaming, poaching, or baking the pears until they are soft and can be easily pierced with a fork. Alternatively, if you have very soft, ripe pears that mash easily with slight pressure, you can skip cooking and offer your baby large pieces that are easy to hold onto.
