Introduction & Inspiration
This Beet Muffins for Babies recipe (which, honestly, are delicious for toddlers and adults too!) is a fantastic way to introduce a variety of healthy ingredients, including the often-overlooked beet, into a little one’s diet. I’m a big believer in offering babies and young children a wide range of flavors and textures, and these muffins do just that. They are great.
The inspiration came from a desire to create a nutritious and naturally sweet muffin that was suitable for babies who are starting solids, as well as toddlers and older children. I wanted a recipe that was free of refined sugar and packed with wholesome ingredients.
The combination of banana, beets, oats, and flaxseed creates a muffin that’s moist, flavorful, and full of nutrients. The cinnamon adds a touch of warmth and spice, making these muffins appealing to even the pickiest eaters.
I’m excited to share this recipe because it’s a great way to introduce beets to babies in a palatable and enjoyable way. It’s also a versatile recipe that can be adapted for older children and adults by adding optional ingredients like nuts, seeds, or chocolate chips (for the grown-ups, of course!).
Nostalgic Appeal
While beets might not be a traditional “nostalgic” ingredient for most, the concept of homemade muffins certainly is. Muffins often evoke feelings of warmth, comfort, and home-baked goodness, reminiscent of childhood breakfasts and family gatherings.
These Beet Muffins offer a healthy and modern twist on that classic comfort food. They’re a reminder that we can introduce our children to a wide variety of flavors and ingredients from a young age, while still creating those warm and fuzzy feelings associated with homemade treats.
The simple act of baking muffins can also be a nostalgic experience, bringing back memories of helping in the kitchen as a child, or the comforting aroma of freshly baked goods filling the house.
And that’s the beauty of these muffins – they combine the familiar comfort of a homemade muffin with the added nutritional benefits of beets and other wholesome ingredients, creating a treat that’s both nostalgic and good for you.
Homemade Focus
Homemade baby food. Wholesome ingredients.
Flavor Goal
Subtly sweet, moist and tender muffin. The banana is the main flavor.
Ingredient Insights
Banana, eggs, cooked beets, coconut oil, oat flour, flaxseed meal, cinnamon, baking powder.
Essential Equipment
Mini muffin tin, blender, bowl.
List of Ingredients with Measurements
- 1 banana, ripe
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup cooked beets (steamed or roasted) – heaped 1/2 cup (80g)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal (or flour)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 356F (180C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: Add the cooked beets, coconut oil, banana and eggs to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, add the oat flour, flaxseed meal (or flour), cinnamon and baking powder and mix.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour content from blender to the dry ingredients bowl and combine.
- Fill and Bake
Troubleshooting
Muffins too dense: Muffins sticking: *Not sweet enough
Tips and Variations
- Different Vegetables:
- Add Spices:
- Make them Gluten-Free:
Adapt the recipe to your baby’s needs and preferences.
Serving and Pairing Suggestions
Breakfast, snack, or as part of a meal.
Nutritional Information
These muffins are packed with nutrients!
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Beet Muffins for Babies
Description
This Beet Muffins for Babies recipe (which, honestly, are delicious for toddlers and adults too!) is a fantastic way to introduce a variety of healthy ingredients, including the often-overlooked beet, into a little one’s diet
Ingredients
- 1 banana, ripe
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup cooked beets (steamed or roasted) – heaped 1/2 cup (80g)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal (or flour)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 356F (180C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: Add the cooked beets, coconut oil, banana and eggs to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, add the oat flour, flaxseed meal (or flour), cinnamon and baking powder and mix.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour content from blender to the dry ingredients bowl and combine.
- Fill and Bake
Recipe Summary and Q&A
A simple and nutritious muffin.
Q: Can I use raw beets instead of cooked beets? A: No, cooked beets are essential.
Q: Can I substitute the oat flour with another type of flour? A: Yes.
Q: How long can I store these muffins? A: a few days in the refrigerator.