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    MJ & Hungryman » Baby/Kid-Friendly Recipes » Top Healthy Muffins for Babies (Sweet and Savory)

    Top Healthy Muffins for Babies (Sweet and Savory)

    By Min On June 24, 2020, Updated February 11, 2022

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    Here are my top healthy baby muffins all in one place! They are easy to make with wholesome ingredients and without added sugar. Super soft and moist, these muffins are perfect for baby led weaning and for toddlers too!

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    • Baby Muffins (Also toddler-friendly)
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Sweet Baby Muffins (with no added sugar)
    • Savory Muffins For Babies and Toddlers

    Baby Muffins (Also toddler-friendly)

    Muffins are great because you can pack in a lot of nutritious ingredients, like vegetables, fruits, grains, and fat. They are also finger-friendly, making them perfect for baby led weaning.

    For children under 2, it is best to avoid added sugar. Along the same lines, try to avoid those that are overly sweet. You can learn more in this post - I explain one of the most common questions - which foods to introduce first, fruits or vegetables.

    These fruit-sweetened muffins are subtly sweet, and I believe you'll really appreciate mu veggie-loaded savory muffins.

    If you're struggling to get your toddler to eat their vegetables, try baking these with them! Cooking together has so many benefits, including increased willingness to try new/disliked foods.

    Enjoy these muffins for breakfast, as an on-the-go snacks, or pack for your child's daycare/preschool!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are muffins safe for babies?

    Yes! You just want to make sure that the texture is soft and moist, which all of the recipes included here are.

    For 6-8 month olds, you can serve these muffins halved or whole. Sounds counterintuitive, but it's better and safer to go bigger in food size at this age.

    For 9+ month olds, you can cut into bite-sized pieces so your baby can practice their pincer grasp. I do recommend continuing to serve big pieces of food so your baby can learn to take bites.

    When can babies eat muffins?

    As soon as they're ready to start solids, which is usually around 6 months. If you are unsure whether your baby is developmentally ready, grab my FREE handout.

    Is baking powder and baking soda safe for babies and toddlers?

    The main concern is their sodium content. However, they are necessary for muffins to rise properly. Keep in mind that the amount listed is for the ENTIRE batch and your baby will only have a small portion at a time. So in my opinion, yes it's fine.

    How to freeze muffins?

    I personally love to flash freeze and transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Thaw in the fridge overnight and enjoy straight from the fridge or microwave briefly (otherwise they will get too soggy as the muffins are already pretty moist).

    Sweet Baby Muffins (with no added sugar)

    Blueberry Blender Muffins

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    Healthy Blueberry Blender Baby Muffins
    These blueberry blender baby muffins are sweetened with fruits only and loaded with nutrition! They're soft and moist, making them perfect for babies
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    Spinach Sweet Potato Blender Muffins

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    Spinach Muffins with Sweet Potatoes
    These healthy blender spinach sweet potato muffins are gluten-free, packed with nutrients, and contains no added sugar. They are light and moist and are perfect for babies and kids of all ages!
    Get the recipe
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    Carrot Cake Blender Muffins

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    Healthy Carrot Oatmeal Muffins
    These incredibly moist, carrot oatmeal muffins are packed with nutrition and sweetened with fruit only. They are a delicious and healthy way to get more fruits and vegetables into your baby or toddler!
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    Banana Carrot Muffins

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    Healthy Banana Carrot Breakfast Muffins
    These banana carrot muffins are perfectly moist, healthy, and flavorful! Made with all natural ingredients, they are a great breakfast that even your baby and toddler can enjoy!
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    Beet Muffins

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    Healthy Beet Muffins for Babies
    Made entirely with healthy ingredients, like beans, peanut butter, and no added sugar, these blender muffins can be enjoyed as breakfast, snack, or added to lunchboxes!
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    Pumpkin Bean Muffins

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    Kid-Friendly Pumpkin Bean Muffins
    These healthy no added sugar pumpkin bean muffins are moist and packed with protein, iron, and fiber! Enjoy them for breakfast, snack, or add them to your kid’s lunchbox!
    Get the recipe
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    First Birthday Cake Muffins

    While this is a cake recipe, you can totally turn it into muffins!

    Healthy First Birthday Cake Without Sugar
    Made without any added sugar, this first birthday cake is super easy to make, healthy, and delicious!
    Get the recipe
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    Healthy Yogurt Muffins (SO moist!)

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    Healthy Yogurt Muffins
    Light, fluffy, and incredibly moist, these whole wheat greek yogurt muffins are made with just a handful of ingredients and can be flavored in so many ways!
    Get the recipe
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    Apple Cinnamon Muffins

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    Who can resist this classic combo? Made without eggs and dairy, these are an allergy-friendly hit!

    Pineapple Coconut Muffins

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    Pineapple Coconut Muffins for Babies
    These super easy and healthy pineapple coconut muffins are soft and moist, making them the perfect finger food for babies.
    Get the recipe
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    Savory Muffins For Babies and Toddlers

    Zucchini Carrot Avocado Muffins

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    Carrot Zucchini Muffins with Avocado
    avocado muffins are perfect for baby or kid's breakfast, lunchbox, or snack. Made with healthy fats, vegetables, and no added sugar, they will keep your child (and you!) happy and nourished.
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    Southwestern Oat Muffins

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    Kid Friendly Southwestern Oat Muffins
    Delicious and healthy flourless oat vegetable muffins for babies, toddlers, and kids! These savoury muffins are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast/snack packed with vegetables, whole grains, as well as protein and fat to keep them fuller for longer!
    Get the recipe
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    Mexican Lentil Muffins

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    Mexican Lentil Muffins
    Looking for a healthy savory vegetable muffin for kids? These Mexican lentil muffins are moist and packed with essential nutrients that babies and toddlers need.
    Get the recipe
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    Vegan Vegetable Quinoa Muffins

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    Vegan vegetable quinoa muffins
    Made with healthy ingredients like broccoli, carrots, and quinoa, these egg and dairy-free vegetable muffins with quinoa are perfect for baby led weaning and school lunchboxes.
    Get the recipe
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    More veggie-loaded muffins

    If you're looking for more savoury vegetable muffins for babies and kids, you're going to love my second e-cookbook! Here are some examples.

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    Do you want to minimize picky eating and set a solid foundation for a lifetime of healthy eating habits?

    Check out this 3 month mastering self-feeding program! It’s the closest thing to me being in your kitchen

    Find out more!
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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, I’m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    1. Applemint says

      December 22, 2021 at 1:40 am

      Hi Min,
      Thank you for sharing all these recipes, I dont have an oven at home but I do have and airfryer. I was wondering if I can make the muffins in the airfryer instead of the oven?
      Cheers from South Korea!

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      • Min says

        December 22, 2021 at 3:57 pm

        Hi! So awesome to connect with you! My parents send me pictures everyday and it's quite cold there isn't it? We are still in t-shirts here haha. Unfortunately, won't work in the airfryer.

        Reply
    2. Lizzy says

      November 10, 2021 at 10:37 am

      Tried a few of these, and they are my baby’s favorite foods! (She loves the beet one especially!)

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 10, 2021 at 10:39 am

        SO happy to hear!! I always cook a big batch of beets and freeze them so I can make those muffins easily!

        Reply
    3. Christina Meinen says

      October 21, 2021 at 2:23 pm

      I am trying to find the philly cheesesteak toddler muffin recipe. Do you have that? thank you!

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 21, 2021 at 4:21 pm

        Hi! That recipe is actually in my comfort meals cookbook

        Reply
    4. Grace Choi says

      August 15, 2021 at 3:18 pm

      Hi! Could you make these in mini muffin tins instead? If so, is it a good size for a 7 mo old who is learning to eat?

      Reply
      • Min says

        August 22, 2021 at 8:49 pm

        You can! YOu'll just need to adjust the cooking time. And yes!

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