Easy French Toast For Toddlers and Baby Led Weaning
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French Toast For Kids
Introducing a no sugar French toast for toddlers and baby, is the perfect finger food for your little one's breakfast!
Made with love and without any added sugar, these fingers are a healthier option for your baby's developing taste buds.
Each slice of bread is soaked in a mixture of milk, egg, and a hint of cinnamon. Then, it's lightly fried to perfection, giving it a slightly crispy outer layer while maintaining its soft and fluffy interior.
These no sugar French toast fingers provide a delightful texture and taste that will make breakfast time enjoyable for your little munchkin.
Serve them with a side of fresh berries or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a balanced and wholesome meal.
Watch their little fingers eagerly pick up each piece and delight in the simple joy of discovering new flavours.
The Benefit of Eggs For Baby
Eggs are an incredible addition to a baby's diet, offering numerous benefits for their growth and development.
Packed with essential nutrients like protein, vitamins, and minerals, eggs provide a well-rounded nutritional profile.
The high-quality protein found in eggs helps in building and repairing tissues, promoting healthy muscle development.
The presence of iron in eggs helps prevent iron deficiency, supporting the baby's overall energy levels.
With their versatility, eggs can be prepared in various ways, making them easy to incorporate into a baby's diet.
Whether scrambled, boiled, or made into eggy bread recipe, introducing eggs to a baby's diet is an excellent way to ensure they receive an ample supply of essential nutrients.
Sliced Bread For Baby
Sliced bread is a great finger food that is perfect for little hands for baby-led weaning. Using simple ingredients, Its soft and easily manageable texture makes it an ideal choice for little ones who are just starting to explore self-feeding.
The size and shape of sliced bread provide an excellent opportunity for babies to practice their fine motor skills by picking up small pieces and bringing them to their mouths independently.
Whether served plain or topped with a variety of healthy spreads, sliced bread offers a mild flavour that complements other ingredients, making it a wonderful introduction to different tastes and textures.
Plus, with its ability to be easily customised, sliced bread allows parents to incorporate a variety of nutrient-rich ingredients, such as mashed avocado or cream cheese, to ensure their little ones are getting a balanced and wholesome diet.
So, when it comes to introducing finger foods during the weaning journey, sliced bread is definitely a winner!
Blueberries For Baby
To serve blueberries to a baby who is 6 months old, it is important to follow the guidelines for introducing solid foods. Start by ensuring that the blueberries are ripe and soft enough for your baby to consume comfortably without any choking hazards.
Begin by washing the blueberries thoroughly to remove any dirt or residue. Next, gently mash the blueberries with a fork, squish them between your fingers or blend them into a smooth puree, depending on your baby's preference and ability to handle textures.
If you choose to serve a puree, you can mix it with breast milk or cottage cheese to achieve a smoother consistency.
To make it more appealing, you can also combine the blueberries with other fruits like bananas.
Always be present and attentive during mealtime, closely monitoring your baby for any signs of potential allergies or choking.
Ingredient information
Sliced bread - I have used a half and half sliced bread. You can just use white bread or whole grain bread though. I know what it can be like for picky eaters!
Egg - I have used a free range egg, I always use free range eggs in my recipes.
Milk/cream - I decided to use whole milk but you can use double cream if you wish.
Cinnamon - You could also add in a pinch of nutmeg too if you wish.
Blueberries - I squish the blueberries between my fingers, this is advised from 6 months old. Or you could purée.
Strawberries - The strawberries I have quartered, this is advised from 6 months old. You can also purée.
Greek yogurt - I decided to use Greek yogurt as my son loves it, but if you were serving as a dessert you could use whipped double cream.
Unsalted butter - This is great to fry the French toast.
Serving suggestion
You could serve this baby French toast recipe with other berries such as blackberries or loganberries, or even cooked apple or apple purée, if blueberries and raspberries are not your child favourite! A great way to add in a little more nutrition and sweetness.
Instead of yogurt you could serve with a dollop of whipped double cream or sour cream! It’s completely up to you!
From 12 months old you could add in a little vanilla extract to the egg mixture for a little added flavour.
Other recipes you may like: Baked French toast with blueberries, Cottage cheese bread or Cinnamon pinwheels.
Storage instructions
To store the healthy French toast recipe on its own without the berries and yogurt, you can keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also reheat in a frying pan once if you wish or enjoy cold is absolutely fine.
To freeze the French toast place into an airtight container or freezer bag once cooled at room temperature, the French toast will be ok in the freezer for up to 3 months. This idea is great for those busy mornings.
To defrost the French toast, place in the fridge overnight to fully defrost. You can reheat in the frying pan and then leave to cool for your baby or you can indeed serve cold.
Once reheated from the freezer you will not be able to refreeze.
Equipment used to help with this recipe
Frying pan - I love the non-stick surface of this particular frying pan and it’s suitable for all types of hob.
Pyrex jug - A measuring jug is a must-have kitchen utensil and I like the glass Pyrex jugs hygiene and ease of cleaning. The measuring markers are easily readable too.
Airtight container - I much prefer the click-shut lids on these containers compared to others. They are also dishwasher and freezer safe and BPA free, so very suitable for food use.
Recipe | Easy French Toast For Toddlers and Baby Led Weaning
Easy French Toast For Toddlers and Baby Led Weaning
This is a yummy recipe for toddlers and baby who love a colourful brekkie! Packed with protein and sweetness they will love this one!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add the egg, milk, cinnamon to a jug and whisk using a fork.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow dish.
- Soak the whole slice of bread into the egg mixture on both sides for a few minutes.
- Heat the butter in a frying pan on a medium heat, add the soaked bread and cook on each side for 2 minutes until golden brown. If you have any of the egg mixture left you can pour on top of the bread in the frying pan.
- Cut the french toast into fingers and add onto a plate with the greek yogurt, strawberries and blueberries. Make sure it has cooled down before serving to your baby.
Notes
To make the recipe vegan, you could potentially use an egg substitute, plant based milk such as oat milk or almond milk, a plant based Greek yogurt or cream and a vegan butter to make this recipe completely plant based!
To make gluten free French toast, you can use a gluten free bread of your choice for your baby.
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