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Energy Baby Recipes
Nutritious recipes with energy.
This recipe provides energy, supporting your baby's healthy development.
43 recipes
Banana Spears
child_care6 months+schedule1 min
EnergyEasy Digestion
Soft Sweet Potato Cubes
child_care6 months+schedule15 min
Vitamin AEnergy
Soft Potato Cubes
child_care6 months+schedule15 min
EnergyEasy Digestion
Polenta Fingers
child_care6 months+schedule15 min
EnergyIron Rich
Rice Balls (Baby Rice Balls)
child_care7 months+schedule12 min
Energy
Soft Pasta Spirals
child_care7 months+schedule10 min
Energy
Apple Oat BLW Bars
child_care8 months+schedule20 min
FiberEnergy
Pumpkin Pancake Fingers
child_care7 months+schedule10 min
Vitamin AEnergy
Mini Veggie Quesadilla
child_care9 months+schedule8 min
CalciumEnergy
Mini Veggie Pasta Bake Bites
child_care9 months+schedule20 min
EnergyCalcium
Spinach Ricotta Pasta Bites
child_care9 months+schedule18 min
CalciumEnergy
Sweet Potato Banana Pancakes
child_care7 months+schedule10 min
EnergyVitamin A
Baby Sushi Rice Balls
child_care9 months+schedule10 min
EnergyHealthy Fats
Broccoli Potato Tots
child_care8 months+schedule18 min
FiberEnergy
Soft Veggie Couscous Balls
child_care8 months+schedule12 min
EnergyFiber
Banana Mash
child_care6 months+schedule0 min
PotassiumEnergy
Pear & Banana Mash
child_care6 months+schedule0–5 min
FiberEnergy
Banana & Peach Mash
child_care6 months+schedule5 min
Vitamin AEnergy
Apple Oatmeal
child_care6 months+schedule8 min
FiberEnergy
Banana Oatmeal
child_care6 months+schedule7 min
FiberEnergy
Pear Barley Porridge
child_care6 months+schedule12 min
FiberEnergy
Peach Wheat Cereal
child_care6 months+schedule5 min
EnergyVitamin A
Egg & Sweet Potato Mash
child_care6 months+schedule10 min
Iron RichEnergy
2-Ingredient Banana Pancakes
child_care6 months+schedule6 min
EnergyProtein
Oat Banana Mini Muffins
child_care6 months+schedule12 min
FiberEnergy
Yogurt & Baby Biscuits
child_care8 months+schedule1 min
ProteinEnergy
Sweet Potato Purée
child_care6 months+schedule10 min
EnergyVitamin A
Potato Purée
child_care6 months+schedule10 min
Energy
Carrot & Potato Mash
child_care6 months+schedule12 min
EnergyVitamin A
Sweet Potato & Pear Mash
child_care6 months+schedule9 min
FiberEnergy
Cauliflower & Sweet Potato Mash
child_care6 months+schedule10 min
FiberVitamin A
Turkey & Sweet Potato Mash
child_care6 months+schedule15 min
ProteinEnergy
Beef & Sweet Potato Mash
child_care6 months+schedule18 min
Iron RichEnergy
Turkey, Potato & Rice Mash
child_care6 months+schedule18 min
ProteinIron Rich
Sweet Potato Purée
child_care6 months+schedule10 min
Easy DigestionEnergy
Pear & Rice Mash
child_care6 months+schedule10 min
Easy DigestionFiber
Rice + Carrot + Olive Oil Cream Bowl
child_care6 8 monthsschedule15 minutes
Vitamin AFiber
Warm Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
child_care6 12 monthsschedule10 minutes
FiberVitamin C
Banana Rice Cereal Breakfast
child_care6 8 monthsschedule5 minutes
Easy DigestionPotassium
Japanese Sweet Potato + Rice Baby Donburi
child_care7 12 monthsschedule18 minutes
FiberEnergy
Chickpeas + Pumpkin + Couscous
child_care9 12 monthsschedule15 minutes
Iron RichEnergy
Apple Cinnamon Oat Bites
child_care8 12 monthsschedule12 minutes
FiberVitamin C
Fruit & Oat Energy Bites (No Nuts)
child_care8 12 monthsschedule0 minutes (raw)
FiberEnergy
Frequently Asked Questions
What are nutrition tags on baby recipes?
Nutrition tags highlight what a recipe delivers — iron-rich, high-protein, omega-3, fiber-rich, calcium-rich, healthy-fats, vitamin C, and more. They help you target specific nutrients your baby may need at a given stage.
Which nutrients matter most for babies starting solids?
Iron leads from 6 months (birth stores deplete; RDA is 11 mg/day at 7-12 months). Healthy fats (avocado, salmon, egg yolk) support brain development. Calcium and vitamin D matter from 6m for bone growth. Protein and zinc round out the priority list.
Should I track grams of nutrients for my baby?
No precise tracking needed. Aim for variety: include an iron-rich food at 1-2 meals, healthy fats daily, calcium-rich foods (yogurt, cheese, broccoli) regularly, and a wide range of fruits and vegetables. Consistency over a week matters more than any single meal.
What if my baby doesn't get enough iron through food?
Most babies meet iron needs through varied solids from 6 months. Breastfed babies are at higher risk than formula-fed (formula is iron-fortified). If iron intake stays low, your pediatrician may recommend an iron supplement or fortified cereal — not from food labels alone.
Are healthy fats important for babies?
Yes — fats supply ~50% of a baby's calories in the first year and are critical for brain development. Avocado, salmon, full-fat yogurt, olive oil, butter (after 12m for any added butter), and nut butters thinned to a safe consistency are all baby-appropriate sources.
What's the difference between heme and non-heme iron?
Heme iron (from animal foods) is absorbed at 15-35%; non-heme iron (from plants) at 2-20%. Pair plant iron with vitamin C foods (citrus, kiwi, tomato, bell pepper) to dramatically boost absorption. Avoid serving plant iron with cow's milk, dairy, or tea, which block absorption.