Blueberry Oat Teething Sticks for Babies
Soft baked oat fingers sweetened only with banana and blueberries. They soften as babies gnaw. Fingers are for 7–8 months and up; at 6 months, mash one smooth with breast milk or formula.
Ingredients
Makes 10 fingers
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a small tray.
- 2
Mash the banana and mix with the oats, blueberries and egg.
- 3
Spread about ½ inch (1.5 cm) thick and bake 18–20 minutes, until firm and set in the middle with no wet batter.
- 4
Cool and cut into fingers.
Serve it by age
6 months
Mash a finger with breast milk or formula until smooth and offer it on a spoon.
7–8 months
Offer a whole soft finger to hold and gnaw.
9–12 months
Cut into bites.
12 months+
Pack as a snack.
health_and_safetyAllergens
Contains egg (top 9 allergen). Oats may contain wheat. For a first exposure, offer a small amount early in the day and watch for 2 hours. If your baby has severe eczema or a known food allergy, talk to your pediatrician before the first taste.
sync_altSwaps
- swap_horizEgg-free: use 1 tbsp ground chia seeds + 3 tbsp water, rested 5 minutes.
kitchenStorage
Fridge 4 days. Freeze 2 months.
Safety reminders
- No added salt, sugar or honey before 12 months.
- Always check texture: food should squash between your thumb and finger.
- Stay with your baby and keep them seated upright while eating.
- This recipe is general guidance for healthy, full-term babies and children. Ask your pediatrician first if your child was born early, has a medical condition, allergies or feeding difficulties (medical disclaimer).
