10 Breast Milk Recipes Your Breastfed Baby Will LOVE
Are you a new mom struggling to come up with interesting ways to feed your breastfed baby? If so, you’re in luck! Below are 10 breast milk recipes your little one will love. From savory dishes to sweet treats, there’s something for everyone here. So get cooking and enjoy spending time with your little one!
Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for a baby, but it can be hard to know how to use it to prepare delicious and healthy meals.
A lot of new moms feel overwhelmed when they start breastfeeding. There are so many things to learn and so much information out there that it can be difficult to know where to start.
We’ve got you covered! In this article, we will share with you 10 recipes your breastfed baby will love. These recipes are simple, nutritious, and most importantly, delicious!
Looking for even more great options to incorporate with your breast milk? Be sure to check out Amara Baby Food. They offer AMAZING powdered baby foods that are made with 100% organic foods. With their process, it only removes the water – not the nutrients like with most traditional baby foods. You can save 20% with the code TBM20!
Banana-Breastmilk Pancakes
Ingredients:
– 1 ripe banana
– ¼ cup breast milk
– ½ cup whole wheat flour
– 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
1. Mash the banana in a bowl.
2. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix until you have a smooth batter.
3. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Serve with fresh fruit or honey.
Chicken Breastmilk Waffles
Ingredients:
– ¼ cup breast milk
– ½ cup cooked, shredded chicken
– 1 egg
– ¼ cup whole wheat flour
– 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
1. Preheat your waffle iron.
2. In a bowl, mix together the breast milk, chicken, and egg.
3. Add the flour and baking powder and mix until you have a smooth batter.
4. Cook the waffles in your preheated waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Serve with syrup or your favorite sauce.
Breastmilk Oatmeal
Ingredients:
– ½ cup rolled oats
– ¼ cup breast milk
– ½ cup water
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Instructions:
1. Combine the oats, breast milk, and water in a pot.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and stir in the honey.
5. Serve with fresh fruit or nuts.
Breastmilk Ice Cream
12+ months.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups breast milk
– 1 cup heavy cream
– ¾ cup sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Combine the breast milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a pot.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Remove from the heat and let cool.
4. Pour into an ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Serve with your favorite toppings.
Breastmilk Smoothie
Ingredients:
– ½ cup breast milk
– ½ cup yogurt
– 1 banana
– 1 tsp honey (if over 12 months)
Instructions:
1. Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Breastmilk Soup
Ingredients:
– ¼ cup breast milk
– 1 cup vegetable broth
– ½ cup diced vegetables (carrots, potatoes, celery, etc.)
– 1 tsp herbs ( thyme, rosemary, oregano, etc.)
Instructions:
1. Combine the breast milk, vegetable broth, and diced vegetables in a pot.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4. Stir in the herbs and serve.
Breastmilk Popsicles
Ingredients:
– 2 cups breast milk
– 1 banana
– May also mixin other items, such as chopped strawberries or blueberries
Instructions:
1. Combine the breast milk and fruit in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
3. Freeze for 6-8 hours or overnight.
4. Enjoy!
Breastmilk Pizza
Ingredients:
– ¼ cup breast milk
– 1 package pre-made pizza dough
– ½ cup tomato sauce
– 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a bowl, mix together the breast milk and pizza dough.
3. Roll the dough out onto a greased baking sheet.
4. Spread the tomato sauce over the dough and sprinkle with cheese.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Enjoy!
if you want even more recipes, here are some great ideas from Amara Baby Food. The recipes are at that link, and I have listed our adaptations to include breast milk. Don’t forget, you can get 20% off Amara Baby Food products with the code TBM20.
- Finger Food Quesadilla – Use breast milk instead of warm water
- Kale Potato Pancakes – Use breast milk instead of milk
- Pumpkin Scones – use breast milk instead of milk
- Yogurt Fruit Smoothies – use breast milk instead of coconut milk
- Sweet Potato Pies – use breast milk instead of milk
- Mom’s Pea Soup – use 1/4 to ½ cup breast milk and cut broth down to 1 ½ cup
- Toddler Bites – use ⅓ cup of water
We hope you enjoy these recipes! Breast milk is packed with nutrients that are essential for a baby’s growth and development, so you can feel good about giving your baby the best start in life. In addition, breast milk is a great way to introduce your baby to solid food. These recipes are simple, nutritious, and most importantly, delicious!
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Katie Clark is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). She has helped thousands of mothers and families around the globe navigate breastfeeding challenges and questions since 2015. She has a passion for creating research-based, helpful breastfeeding education and helping parents find a way to make breastfeeding work for them. Katie is a mom of three little boys and lives in the great state of Colorado. She also has a degree in Communications with an emphasis in print journalism.
Honey is not safe for children under 3 and my neurologist says new studies recommend waiting til 5
You can definitely go by the recommendations by your doctor and country. I just go by what is published and recommended by the CDC 🙂