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Baby Mango Puree

Published: Aug 26, 2022 by Dora · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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Easy, no cook, this baby mango puree is loaded with vitamin C and is one of the best baby foods to start with. Sweet in taste and creamy in texture, it is absolutely delicious.

mango baby puree

As you might already know, I am a huuuge fan of fresh, local and seasonal produce. But there are a few foods that most of us don't have locally available and have to compromise because they are just so good. Mango being one of them.

Mango is one of those foods that tastes perfect all on its own. So a stage 1 mango baby puree is a must-have when you start your baby on solid foods.

And not just because it's so easy to make but also because it tastes perfect, has a wonderful creamy texture and is full of great nutrients to keep your baby growing healthy.

Jump to:
  • Ingredients
  • How to store mango?
  • Mango Puree for Baby Benefits
  • How To Make Mango Puree for Baby - 2 ways
  • How to make frozen mango puree?
  • How to make mango puree from fresh mangoes?
  • Tips
  • How to serve?
  • How to store mango puree?
  • Possible Variations
  • Mango Baby Food Combinations
  • FAQ
  • More homemade baby food recipes:
  • Recipe
  • How to store mango puree?

Ingredients

Mango (obviously): when purchasing make sure that the mango is a little soft to the touch and free of any signs of deterioration. You don't want it to be squishy or have any dark spots or cracks.

How to store mango?

If it's not fully ripe, leave it at room temperature for up to 7 days until ripe.

When ripe, move to the refrigerator for about 5 days.

Mango Puree for Baby Benefits

Single mango for mango purees

Mango is a fruit that's really rich in vitamin C. But what most people maybe don't know is that it's also a great source of beta-carotene which is a precursor of vitamin A.

Another important thing for babies when they start solids is dietary fiber. This is because their little digestive systems might not be developed fully yet and the introduction of solids can lead to constipation.

So this is where food high in dietary fiber comes handy. And mangoes are just that.

They also contain a fair amount of B vitamins as well as minerals such as copper.

How To Make Mango Puree for Baby - 2 ways

Mango is one of those fruits that doesn't require any cooking before serving. Not even for a 6 month old's mango baby puree. Yessss!!!!!

There are two ways of making it though - from fresh mangoes and from frozen.

How to make frozen mango puree?

how to make mango puree for baby from frozen mango collage of steps
  1. Thaw the frozen mango three ways - either overnight in the fridge; place the sealed bag of mango in a bowl of cold water for about half an hour; or just pop it in a blender about 2 hours before you want to blend and let it thaw.
  2. Blend. Place the mango in the blender or food processor and blend until smooth. It may require a bit of water so you can add little by little making sure that it is not too runny.
  3. Serve or store for later use.

How to make mango puree from fresh mangoes?

how to make mango puree from fresh mangoes for bab
  1. Cut the mango. Peel the mango and then cut around the seed. For the mango baby puree you don't really need to cut it further if you will be using a blender.
  2. Blend. Now that you’ve prepared your mango, just throw it in the blender. And blend until smooth. You can add a tablespoon of water to make it smoother but you will most likely not need it.
  3. Serve or store for later use.

Tips

  • There are certain blenders that were created just for baby food but we have always used either the inexpensive magic bullet, the Vitamix or a food processor for both our baby foods and every day for our (adult) smoothies.
  • Serving size is just for guidance, but if your baby needs more or less food please follow their cues.

How to serve?

collage of 2 images - how to serve mango puree on a spoon and how to serve mango for baby-led weaning

Have two spoons, one where you preload the puree and put it on baby's tray so they can play and explore and the other that you can use to feed the baby.

If you are feeding the baby then make sure to follow their cues, place the spoon in front of their mouth and patiently wait for them to open. That way they baby feels in control of what and how much they are eating and can become confident in parent/child communication.

A great option is to offer them both a puree option and baby-led weaning. That way you know they are getting some food, while they are still able to fully explore the fruit they are eating. For more info on how to offer mango baby-led weaning see under "Possible variations" below.

How to store mango puree?

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days
  • Freeze in an ice cube tray or small airtight containers up to 3 months
  • To thaw, remove from the ice cube tray and place in a airtight container in the fridge overnight

Possible Variations

Mango doesn't necessarily need to be served as a baby puree. See some variations below.

Mashed. If you’re over the puree stage, transitioning from purees to finger food or simply want to start with mashed rather than smooth baby purees then this recipe is perfect if you modify the “how-to” part. Instead of putting in the blender, you can simply mash the food up together by pressing down on the mango with a fork.

You’d probably want your mango to be a fully ripe here so that it’s easier to mash.

Mango puree mashed
MASHED

Lumps. If you’re just a step away from finger food, you can also blend or mash one half of the mango and the leave the rest in pieces and then mix. That way your child will get used to new textures.

Mango Baby-led weaning. You'd also want your mango to be fully ripe here so that it's easy for your baby to chew on and avoid choking. Peel the mango and then cut into very thin slices.

You can read more about how to transition to finger foods here.

Mango Baby Food Combinations

Mango goes well with lots of different fruits. You can try pineapple, banana, sweet potato, peaches, nectaries, apricots, olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg.

FAQ

Do you cook mango for baby puree?

No, mango for baby does not need to be cooked. Just peeled and blended.

What age can baby have mango puree?

Baby can have mango puree from when they start eating solid foods, so usually from around 5 months old or 6 months old.

What other foods can I use this puree for?

It can be added to smoothies, breakfast oatmeals, yogurts, on healthy pancakes and cocktails for yourself!

Is mango good for babies?

Mango is a fruit that has a high amount of vitamin C so it is a great option to give to your baby if you want to boost their immune system. It also has a lot of little compounds that can act as antioxidants and help your baby's body fight against all kinds of diseases.

More homemade baby food recipes:

Looking for other single-food baby puree recipes? Check these out:

  • First Baby Puree - Avocado Baby Puree
  • How To Make The Perfect Pear Baby Puree
  • How To Make Baby's First Apple Puree
  • Baked Sweet Potato for 6 month old baby
  • Puree Carrots for Baby Recipe
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Recipe

mango puree for baby in a white bowl

How to Make Mango Puree for Baby

Easy, no cook Mango Puree for your baby. Sweet in taste and with a creamy texture, mango is one of the best first foods to start your baby with.
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Author: Dora
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Fridge Life? 3 days
Freezable? 3 months

EQUIPMENT

  • Small Blender
  • Vitamix
  • Baby storage tray

Ingredients

  • 1 mango

Instructions
 

Mango puree from frozen

  • Thaw the frozen mango three ways - either overnight in the fridge; place the sealed bag of mango in a bowl of cold water for about half an hour; or just pop it in a blender about 2 hours before you want to blend and let it thaw.
  • Blend. Place the mango in the blender or food processor and blend until smooth. It may require a bit of water so you can add little by little making sure that it is not too runny.
  • Serve or store for later use.

From fresh mangoes

  • Peel the mango and cut around the pit.
  • Cut the bigger pieces into cubes and place in a blender.
  • Blend. Add a tbsp of water and keep adding water until you reach the desired consistency.

Notes

  • There are certain blenders that were created just for baby food but we have always used either the inexpensive magic bullet, the Vitamix or a food processor for both our baby foods and every day for our (adult) smoothies.
  • Serving size is just for guidance, but if your baby needs more or less food please follow their cues.
  • Serve on a preloaded spoon given to baby and have 1 spoon for yourself to feed her. See more details in post.
  • Offer mango baby-led weaning and as a puree - that way you know they are getting some food, while they are still able to fully explore the fruit they are eating. For baby-led weaning peel and cut the mango into thin slices. 

How to store mango puree?

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days
  • Freeze in an ice cube tray or small airtight containers up to 3 months
  • To thaw, remove from the ice cube tray and place in a airtight container in the fridge overnight

Nutrition

Calories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 348mgFiber: 3gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 2240IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
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