Vanilla
Vanilla, a beloved spice, can be introduced to babies from 6 months as a natural flavor enhancer, allowing you to add a touch of sweetness without resorting to added sugar. It's used for aroma and taste, not nutrition.
How to serve
A tiny drop of pure vanilla extract (preferably alcohol-free) mixed into fruit purees, yogurt, or oatmeal.
A small amount can be added to homemade baked goods, smoothies, or unsweetened applesauce.
Used as a flavoring in various dishes, such as muffins, pancakes, or milk, ensuring it’s pure vanilla.
Nutrition
Vanilla extract primarily provides a pleasant aroma and flavor to foods rather than significant nutritional benefits. It helps enhance the natural sweetness of dishes without the need for added sugar, encouraging acceptance of new foods.
Good to know
Serve vanilla as a liquid extract or as part of a soft, mashed food, ensuring no solid vanilla bean pieces are offered.
Always use pure vanilla extract, ideally alcohol-free, and avoid vanilla-flavored products that contain added sugars or artificial ingredients. It's for flavor, not nutritional content.
Tip
Add a tiny dash of pure vanilla extract to homemade fruit purees or unsweetened yogurt for a natural flavor boost.
