Blueberry Yogurt Pancakes for Baby
Fluffy oat and yogurt pancakes with mashed blueberries folded through. No added sugar, and the berries are squashed so there are no whole rounds.
Ingredients
Makes about 8 small pancakes
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Method
- 1
Whisk the yogurt and egg, then stir in the oat flour and baking powder. Fold in the mashed blueberries. Rest 3 minutes.
- 2
Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over low-medium heat. Add 2 tbsp of batter per pancake.
- 3
Cook 2–3 minutes, until bubbles appear and the edges set, then flip.
- 4
Cook 2 minutes more, until the center springs back and no wet batter or liquid egg remains.
- 5
Cool to lukewarm and check the temperature before serving.
Serve it by age
9–12 months
Cut into small, soft pieces, or soft strips for babies still using a whole hand.
12 months+
Serve whole mini pancakes with extra yogurt. Serve any extra blueberries quartered or squashed flat, never whole.
health_and_safetyAllergens
Contains egg and milk (top 9 allergens). Oats may contain wheat. Butter, if used, contains milk. Offer this only after each of these allergens has been introduced on its own. 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 introducing egg.
sync_altSwaps
- swap_horizUse mashed raspberries or finely chopped strawberries instead of blueberries.
- swap_horizUse certified gluten-free oats if needed.
kitchenStorage
Fridge 3 days. Freeze in a single layer, then bag, up to 2 months. Reheat until hot through, then cool before serving.
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.
- Mash the blueberries well: whole blueberries are a choking risk and should be squashed flat or quartered until age 4.
- 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).
