3 No-Cook Toddler Squeeze Pouch Recipes (2024)

These 3 No-Cook Toddler Squeeze Pouches are a great and easy way to have a healthy snack or lite meal for your little one in no time at all. The best part, your toddler (even picky eaters) will be devouring these pouches within minutes!

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It can be a challenge to get toddlers to eat their fruits and veggies, especially if all they want to do is snack all-day-long 🙅🏻

That is why the reusable pouch and I have become best friends.

Don’t get me wrong, I love and sometimes buy the pre-made pouches from the store but at almost $2 a pop, they are just too expensive for me to buy all the time. Plus, I like knowing what is in my toddlers pouches because chances are that I can make them even healthier and yummier then the pre-made variety.

Let’s be real, toddlers LOVE pouches! Whether it be the homemade or the store bought version, they usually can’t get enough of them. They are great for an fast on-the-run snack, a small meal, a quick breakfast when you have overslept, an after dinner treat or even as a bribe to get your screaming toddler into the car (speaking from experience here). So pretty much, anytime your toddler needs a healthy snack or meal, the pouch is a great option for you.

What I love about reusable pouches is that I can open my fridge and grab two pouches for the girls and know that snacks are covered for the day. And not garbage snacks that are empty calories, snacks that are filled with essential vitamins and minerals that will make them full and happy.

These 3 easy recipes are on heavy rotation in our home –

Strawberry Yogurt with Chia Seeds 🍓❤️
Peaches + Mango + Butternut Squash with Flax Seeds 🍑😋
Blueberry Spinach with Applesauce 💙

Oh and wait, did I mention that these 3 amazing pouch recipes are all NO-COOK! All you have to do is load up the blender with healthy ingredients, puree, fill and serve. It’s as easy as that.

A recipe that your toddler will devour that also saves you money and time,I think my work here is done 🎤

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This fun pink snacking pouch is filled with protein, probiotics, antioxidants omega-3 fatty acids, potassium and fiber. An healthy pouch that will make both you and your kiddo happy!

16 oz strawberries, fresh or frozen, hulled
1 banana
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 teaspoons chia seeds

Instructions
1. Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and puree on high for 1-2 minutes or until completely smooth. If puree is too thick, add in a tablespoon of water in at a time until you have the right consistency. I had to add in 2 tablespoons of water into mine for the right thickness. You want the puree to be thick enough to cover the back of a spoon.
2. Pour puree into reusable pouches and store in fridge until ready to serve.

Note – if you want to add in a veggie to this recipe, feel free to add in 1 small cooked red beet to this combo. And get ready for a super bright pink yummy pouch!

Yield: roughly 24 ounces or 6 pouches
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Storage: store puree in reusable pouches in fridge for 4 days or freezer for 3 months. These and these are our two of our favorite reusable pouch brands. I also love having this filling station (used in pictures)to help get the puree into the pouches.

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An intensely bright yellow pouch that is filled with fiber,antioxidants, potassium, vitamins c and B6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Not to mention you got your toddler to eat butternut squash without them even noticing, score!

1 cup peaches, peeled and sliced, fresh or frozen
1 cup mango, peeled and chopped, fresh or frozen
1 cup butternut squash, peeled and chopped, fresh or frozen
1 teaspoon flax seeds or ground flax seeds
1/8 teaspoon cloves

Instructions
1. Place the butternut squash and 2 tablespoons of water in a microwave safe bowl and heat for 2-3 minutes in microwave,or until tender. Drain any excess water.
2.Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and puree on high for 1-2 minutes or until completely smooth. If puree is too thick, add in a tablespoon of water in at a time until you have the right consistency. I had to add in 4 tablespoons of water into mine for the right thickness. You want the puree to be thick enough to cover the back of a spoon.
3. Pour puree into reusable pouches and store in fridge until ready to serve.This combo goes will with greek yogurt, so feel free to add in some yogurt to each pouch for even more protein and probiotic power!

Yield: roughly 20 ounces or 5 pouches
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Storage: store puree in reusable pouches in fridge for 4 days or freezer for 3 months. These and these are our two of our favorite reusable pouch brands. I also love having this filling station (used in pictures)to help get the puree into the pouches.

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Spinach can be a super tricky veggie to get your toddler to eat. But in this pouch, they won’t even notice because of the sweetness from the blueberries and applesauce. Filled with protein, fiber, iron, potassium, folate and vitamin B6.

12 oz blueberries, fresh or frozen
2 cups spinach
1 cup applesauce, no added sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions
1. Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and puree on high for 1-2 minutes or until completely smooth. If puree is too thick, add in a tablespoon of water in at a time until you have the right consistency. I had to add in 1 tablespoon of water into mine for the right thickness. You want the puree to be thick enough to cover the back of a spoon.
2. Pour puree into reusable pouches and store in fridge until ready to serve. This combo goes will with greek yogurt, so feel free to add in some yogurt to each pouch for even more protein and probiotic power!

Note on Applesauce – I used cinnamon applesauce so I skipped adding in the cinnamon.

Yield: roughly 24 ounces or 6 pouches
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Storage: store puree in reusable pouches in fridge for 4 days or freezer for 3 months. These and these are our two of our favorite reusable pouch brands. I also love having this filling station (used in pictures)to help get the puree into the pouches.

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These 3 No-Cook Toddler Squeeze Pouches are a great and easy way to have a healthy snack or lite meal for your little one in no time at all. The best part, your toddler (even picky eaters) will be devouring these pouches within minutes!

Yield: 6 servings

Prep: 5 minutes minutes

Total: 5 minutes minutes

Author: Michele Olivier

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

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Ingredients

Strawberry Yogurt with Chia Seeds

Peaches + Mango + Butternut Squash with Flax Seeds

  • 1 cup peaches peeled and sliced, fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup mango peeled and chopped, fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup butternut squash peeled and chopped, fresh or frozen
  • 1 teaspoon flax seeds or ground flax seeds
  • 1/8 teaspoon cloves

Blueberry Spinach with Applesauce

  • 12 oz blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 cup applesauce no added sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Strawberry Yogurt with Chia Seeds

  • Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and puree on high for 1-2 minutes or until completely smooth. If puree is too thick, add in a tablespoon of water in at a time until you have the right consistency. I had to add in 2 tablespoons of water into mine for the right thickness. You want the puree to be thick enough to cover the back of a spoon.

  • Pour puree into reusable pouches and store in fridge until ready to serve.

Peaches + Mango + Butternut Squash with Flax Seeds

  • Place the butternut squash and 2 tablespoons of water in a microwave safe bowl and heat for 2-3 minutes in microwave, or until tender. Drain any excess water.

  • Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and puree on high for 1-2 minutes or until completely smooth. If puree is too thick, add in a tablespoon of water in at a time until you have the right consistency. I had to add in 4 tablespoons of water into mine for the right thickness. You want the puree to be thick enough to cover the back of a spoon.

  • Pour puree into reusable pouches and store in fridge until ready to serve. This combo goes will with greek yogurt, so feel free to add in some yogurt to each pouch for even more protein and probiotic power!

Blueberry Spinach with Applesauce

  • Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and puree on high for 1-2 minutes or until completely smooth. If puree is too thick, add in a tablespoon of water in at a time until you have the right consistency. I had to add in 1 tablespoon of water into mine for the right thickness. You want the puree to be thick enough to cover the back of a spoon.

  • Pour puree into reusable pouches and store in fridge until ready to serve. This combo goes will with greek yogurt, so feel free to add in some yogurt to each pouch for even more protein and probiotic power!

Notes

Note on Applesauce – I used cinnamon applesauce so I skipped adding in the cinnamon.

Yield: roughly 24 ounces or 6 pouches

Storage: store puree in reusable pouches in fridge for 4 days or freezer for 3 months. These and these are our two of our favorite reusable pouch brands. I also love having this filling station (used in pictures) to help get the puree into the pouches.

Calories: 62kcal, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Sodium: 9mg, Potassium: 186mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 33IU, Vitamin C: 46mg, Calcium: 43mg, Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

When should toddlers stop eating pouches? ›

When you're introducing solids to your baby, spoon feeding pouch purees can be a good option. But between 6 and 9 months, your baby will be ready to move beyond pureed food, so it's time to leave the pouches behind.

How many pouches can a toddler have a day? ›

We know going totally pouch-less isn't realistic for a lot of parents, and no one is saying to give them up completely. But if you think your kids would benefit from a break (no judgement — our own editors use them all the time!), try to stick to no more than one a day, Dr. Jacobson advises.

Are squeeze pouches healthy? ›

That concerns child health experts who say that while the pouches are fine as an occasional snack, their overuse could potentially breed poor eating habits and stunt development of feeding skills and motor coordination at a critical stage of life.

How long do homemade squeeze pouches last? ›

Homemade squeeze pouches, once made, should be stored in the refrigerator. Make sure they are labeled and dated. They will keep for up to 2-3 days in the fridge. You can also freeze the pouches!

Are squeeze pouches bad for toddlers? ›

Every now and then, food pouches are fine,” Tanner-Blasiar says. “Just don't use them as a child's main form of nutrition.” When parents do use them, she suggests they: Read labels to avoid too much sugar.

What squeeze pouches are recalled? ›

Schnucks, WanaBana, and Weis Cinnamon Apple Purée and Applesauce Products Recalled Due to Lead Contamination. Update, Dec. 7, 2023: The Food and Drug Administration said the number of children who have been possibly harmed by lead contamination from the recalled apple-cinnamon fruit pouches rose to 64.

Why do toddlers like pouches? ›

Baby food pouches, whether premade or homemade, are a convenient way to offer food to babies and toddlers once they are introduced to solid foods. They are less messy, the child can feed themselves and they come in a great variety of flavors.

Can adults eat toddler pouches? ›

The sheer ease of baby pouches has made them hyper-popular—and not just for parents with infants who can't yet eat table food. They are commonly fed to toddlers; even adults sometimes eat baby pouches.

Can you freeze toddler pouches? ›

If you plan to freeze your pouch, place it in the freezer before the 'Enjoy By Date'. Once frozen, our products will be good for 6 months after the 'Enjoy By Date'. After removing from the freezer, place the pouch in the refrigerator to thaw. Be sure to consume them within 24 hours of thawing.

Can toddler eat too much fruit? ›

If your child is eating slightly more fruit than what's recommended each day, it's not usually a problem. Fruit contains natural sugar which is good for you. But too much of a good thing, even if it's natural, can create problems.

Why not to use baby food pouches? ›

Babies and toddlers learning to eat take ineverything about foods — feeling, seeing, and smelling are a huge part of how they learn about different foods. With pouches, all this sensory intake is essentially lost: children can't see what color their “food” is, can't smell it by and large, and don't feel its textures.

At what age can babies use squeeze pouches? ›

When can my baby have pouches? Technically, right from when your baby is developmentally ready for starting solids, around 6 months old, you can offer them pouches.

How do you reuse squeeze pouches? ›

Wash before use. Then, simply open the ziplock at the bottom and fill the reusable food pouch with a spoon, pitcher, or funnel. Fill your Little Mashies 3/4 full (or to the fill line) then close the ziplock. Wipe away any excess dribbles, take the cap off and give it to your cutie pie to squeeze and enjoy!

Can you freeze squeeze pouches? ›

The Squeeze Station is perfect for homemade baby food and smoothies, as well as store-bought applesauce, yogurt, and purées. Your little one can enjoy the pouches right away, or you can store them in the refrigerator or freezer for later. These are perfect for making on-the-go feeding a breeze!

What are squeeze pouches made of? ›

Material Used

Squeeze pouch can be manufactured using a variety of materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene, aluminum foil, polyethylene terephthalate, and much more.

How do I wean my baby off pouches? ›

If you are currently mostly spoon feeding bub with store bought jars and pouches, then decanting these into a bowl and mixing in a little bit of your homemade food, so they get a more gradual exposure to the new flavours/textures can be really helpful.

When should a baby stop eating purees? ›

Stage 3 (typically 10-12 months old, but may occur sooner): At this stage, you can slowly replace purees with soft, chewable chunks of food, and offer your baby more finger foods that they can pick up and feed themselves.

Should I limit my toddlers snacks? ›

Snacks can boost the nutrients your toddler gets when you serve fruits, veggies, whole grains, dairy, and protein foods. Most toddlers do well with three meals and two or three scheduled snacks a day — mid-morning, mid-afternoon, and again after dinner, if needed.

How long are baby food pouches good for? ›

Jarred shelf-stable baby food lasts for about two years. Pouch-stored shelf-stored baby food lasts for one year. This lets supermarkets and baby food companies take their time in selling the product because they don't have to worry about spoilage.

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