This easy avocado banana puree for baby is a creamy, naturally sweet baby food that takes only a few minutes to prepare. With no cooking required, ripe avocado and banana can simply be mashed or blended together into a smooth texture that’s easy to adjust as your baby progresses with solids.
This was one of those recipes I liked keeping for busy days because there was no steaming or cooking involved. If I had a ripe avocado and banana at home, I could prepare a fresh portion for my little one within minutes — simple, convenient and with very little washing up.
Suitable for: Around 6 months+
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: No cooking required
Servings: 1–2 baby portions
Ingredients for Avocado Banana Puree
You only need two simple ingredients:
- ½ ripe avocado
- ½ ripe banana
- 1–2 tbsp warm water or baby’s usual milk, if needed
Avocado and banana both have naturally soft and creamy textures, making them an easy combination to mash or blend without any cooking.
How to Make Avocado Banana Puree for Baby
1. Prepare the Ingredients
Cut the avocado in half and remove the stone. Scoop the flesh out with a spoon.
Peel the banana and cut it into smaller pieces.
2. Mash or Blend
Place the avocado and banana into a clean bowl and mash thoroughly with a fork.
For a smoother consistency, transfer both ingredients into a baby food blender and blend until creamy.
3. Adjust the Texture
If the avocado banana puree for baby is too thick, add a small amount of warm water or your baby’s usual milk.
Add the liquid gradually until you reach your baby’s preferred consistency.
4. Serve Fresh
Transfer the puree into a clean baby bowl and serve immediately.
There’s no need to add sugar, honey or other sweeteners because ripe banana already provides plenty of natural sweetness.
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Mum Tip
I personally prefer making avocado banana puree fresh rather than preparing a large batch.
Both avocado and banana start turning brown after they’re cut and exposed to air. Since this recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare, I find it easier to make just enough for one meal.
It’s also one of my favourite options for days when I don’t have time to steam or cook anything.
No Baby Food Maker Needed for This One
Unlike my pumpkin, potato or chicken puree recipes, this is one recipe where I usually don’t need to bring out my baby food maker.
A ripe avocado and banana are already soft enough to mash together with a fork. If I want an extra-smooth consistency, I simply use a small baby food blender.
For me, having a mix of cooked and no-cook baby food recipes makes meal preparation much more manageable during a busy week.
How to Choose Avocado and Banana for Baby Puree
For avocado, choose one that:
- Is ripe and gives slightly when gently pressed
- Has soft, creamy flesh
- Has no mouldy or spoiled areas
- Doesn’t have an unusual smell
For banana, choose one that:
- Is ripe and naturally soft
- Is easy to mash
- Has no mouldy or spoiled areas
- Has a naturally sweet flavour
Very firm avocado can be difficult to mash and may have a less creamy texture, so I prefer waiting until it is properly ripe.
What Texture Should Avocado Banana Puree Be?
For babies just starting solids:
Mash thoroughly or blend until you have a smooth and creamy consistency. Add a little liquid if necessary.
As baby progresses:
Mash with a fork instead of blending completely smooth, gradually introducing a thicker and slightly more textured consistency appropriate for your baby’s feeding abilities.
How to Store Avocado Banana Puree
Avocado and banana naturally oxidise and can turn brown quite quickly after being cut.
Because this recipe is so quick to make, I personally prefer preparing only the amount I need and serving it fresh rather than storing a large batch.
If you do have leftovers, place them promptly in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator and follow appropriate food-storage guidance before serving again.
What Can I Mix With Avocado Banana Puree?
Once your baby has tried the individual ingredients, some easy combinations include:
- Avocado + Banana + Apple
- Avocado + Banana + Oats
- Avocado + Banana + Sweet Potato
- Avocado + Banana + Pear
- Avocado + Banana + Plain Yoghurt
SHOP SY PICKS
These are the simple tools I use at home to make baby food prep quicker and easier. Nothing fancy, just a few practical essentials that make cooking, portioning and storing meals much more convenient.
Perfect for blending baby food smoothly. Makes preparing homemade purees quick, easy and convenient for everyday meals.
Perfect for storing and portioning baby meals. Keeps each serving organised and makes freezing and meal prep much easier.
Perfect for freezing baby food portions. Makes storing homemade purees simple, organised and convenient for everyday meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
This article shares my personal experience and general information and should not replace individual medical or feeding advice. Babies develop at different rates. Speak with your child’s healthcare professional before starting solids if you have concerns about developmental readiness, growth, allergies or feeding.
About the author
SY is a mum of one and the founder of PicksBySY. Like many mums, she’s constantly learning, discovering and figuring things out as her little one grows. She created PicksBySY to share her real parenting experiences, useful finds and everyday discoveries – from baby milestones and toddler life to family activities and products she genuinely uses and loves.
