All posts by fluffy egg

This is a picky salad that toddlers can help to make – choosing their ingredients, ripping up lettuce or making patterns. Serve alongside other picky bits at lunchtime or use it to add freshness to an ‘oven dinner’ on busy evenings! Use the ingredients listed or work with your child’s...

This silky-smooth butter can be used in place of normal butter. For a dairy-free version, you can swap the unsalted butter for coconut oil.

Leafy greens are tricky for babies to eat, so it is best to blend them into a dip or spread. This recipe is full of iron and calcium, and it tastes delicious – don’t be put off by the unusual combination! Storing: keep refigerated in an airtight container for up...

One for red dip-loving toddlers! This is super easy to make and my children have never questioned that it wasn’t the shop-bought one. Freezing: You can freeze this in an ice cube tray, popping out a portion and defrosting in the fridge as needed.

A colourful and rich dip for little fingers, lunchboxes or family sharing plates.

A sweet/savoury dip made with creamy sweet potato and chickpeas. Great for scooping with toast, pitta or cucumber.

This is a good starting point for babies. Soft, simple and nutritious. I definitely recommend roasting vegetables over steaming or boiling. It is less slippery to hold and offers a much more interesting flavour. Here is my basic recipe, followed by some useful seasoning combinations. Variations: Instead of rosemary and...