Pumpkin Pancakes for Baby
Soft, lightly spiced pumpkin and oat pancakes with no added sugar. Soft enough for strips at 7 months and good for the freezer.
Ingredients
Makes about 8 small pancakes
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Method
- 1
Whisk the pumpkin, egg, breast milk or formula and cinnamon together, then stir in the oat flour. Rest 3 minutes to thicken.
- 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
7–8 months
Cut soft strips about the length and width of an adult finger.
9–12 months
Cut into small, soft pieces for pincer-grasp practice.
12 months+
Serve whole mini pancakes with plain yogurt or a spoon of mashed banana.
health_and_safetyAllergens
Contains egg (top 9 allergen). Oats may contain wheat. The whole milk and butter swap adds milk. Offer this after egg 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 the first taste.
sync_altSwaps
- swap_horizUse mashed sweet potato or butternut squash instead of pumpkin.
- swap_horizOnce milk has been introduced on its own, you can use whole milk instead of breast milk or formula, and unsalted butter for the pan (both contain milk).
- 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.
- 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).
