Travel Snack Recipes: Delicious and nutritious for your Baby

As a parent on the go, it can be challenging to ensure your baby gets nutritious snacks, especially when you're travelling. The good news is that the Beaba Babycook can help you prepare easy and delicious snacks that are perfect for road trips, park visits, or family outings. These travel-friendly snacks are packed with nutrients and can be quickly made in your Babycook, making them a must-have for every busy parent.

In this post, we’ll share a few simple travel snack recipes you can whip up in your Beaba Babycook, ensuring your little one enjoys healthy treats no matter where the adventure takes you!

Apple and Oat Mini Muffins

These mini muffins are perfect for small hands and full of fibre from the oats and natural sweetness from the apples. They are soft enough for babies just starting out with solids and easy to transport.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium apple (peeled and chopped)
• 1/2 cup oats
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp baking powder

Instructions:

• Place the peeled and chopped apple in the Beaba Babycook steaming basket.
• Fill the water tank to level 2 and steam for 10 minutes or until soft.
• Once the apple is steamed, transfer it to the blending bowl. Add oats, egg, applesauce, cinnamon, and baking powder.
• Blend until well combined.
• Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Pour the mixture into mini muffin molds and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the muffins are cooked through and golden.
• Let the muffins cool completely before packing them into an airtight container. These mini muffins are perfect for travel and can be kept fresh for a few days.

Carrot and Sweet Potato Patties

These savory patties are packed with nutrients from sweet potatoes and carrots, making them a perfect finger food for babies on the move. They are soft, flavourful, and easy to pack for on-the-go meals.

Ingredients:

• 1 small sweet potato (peeled and chopped)
• 1 medium carrot (peeled and chopped)
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

• Add the chopped sweet potato and carrot to the Beaba Babycook steaming basket. Fill the water tank to level 3 and steam for about 15 minutes or until tender.
• Transfer the steamed veggies to the blending bowl and blend until smooth.
• In a separate bowl, mix the veggie purée with the breadcrumbs, egg, and olive oil until you get a sticky mixture.
• Form the mixture into small patties using your hands or a spoon.
• Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pan and cook the patties for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden and crispy on the outside.
• Let the patties cool completely before placing them in a lunchbox or container. These travel well and can be eaten as a finger food snack for your little one.

Banana and Blueberry Purée

For a quick, nutrient-dense snack, this simple purée made from banana and blueberries is perfect. It’s full of antioxidants and natural sweetness, and it can be served alone or mixed with yogurt for a more filling treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana
• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Instructions:

• Add the blueberries to the Babycook steaming basket and steam for about 5 minutes, just enough to soften them.
• Place the banana and the steamed blueberries into the blending bowl. Blend until smooth and creamy.
• You can serve the purée right away or store it in a small airtight container for your travels. This purée is perfect as a snack or a meal for babies on the go!

Zucchini and Cheese Bites

These cheesy, veggie-packed bites are a great way to sneak some greens into your toddlers diet. They're a perfect size for small hands and make a great travel snack that you can easily prepare in the Babycook.

Ingredients:

• 1 small zucchini (grated)
• 1/4 cup grated cheese
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions:

• Grate the zucchini and place it in the Babycook steaming basket. Steam for 5-7 minutes until it’s soft.
• Once the zucchini is steamed, mix it with the grated cheese, egg, and breadcrumbs until it forms a batter-like consistency.
• Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls or use a spoon to form small patties.
• Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the bites for about 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown and firm.
• Once they’ve cooled, pack them into your baby’s snack box for an easy, on-the-go treat that’s both nutritious and delicious.

Travelling with your baby doesn’t mean you have to compromise on healthy, homemade meals and snacks. With the Beaba Babycook, you can easily prepare nutritious, baby-friendly travel snacks that are not only tasty but also convenient for those busy, on-the-go days.

Whether it’s a purée, mini muffin, or savory patty, these recipes are perfect for ensuring your little one gets the nutrients they need while exploring the world with you. Happy snacking!