Melon Oat Hug for Tiny Hands

Soft, warm melon-infused oat cups made in the microwave, perfect for little hands and gentle on tiny tummies. This quick breakfast or appetizer is hydrating, nutritious, and naturally sweet!

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Melon Oat Hug for Tiny Hands
Suitable from
Stage 2 (6-9m)

Easy/Medium to prepare

Total time
10min

5 min prep

Makes
3servings

adjustable below

Iron
0.1mg

per serving

Common allergens

MilkIntroduce one at a time.

Ingredients

3 servings
  • Cantaloupe1/4 cup
  • Banana1/2 medium
  • Oats2 tbsp
  • Yogurt, plain1 tbsp
  • Water1 tbsp

Steps

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Peel, seed, and finely dice the melon to the appropriate size for your baby's age. Mash the banana with a fork in a microwave-safe bowl.

  2. Combine Ingredients: Add the oats, yogurt, diced melon, and water to the mashed banana. Mix well to form a batter-like consistency.

  3. Microwave: Microwave the mixture on high for 2-3 minutes, stopping to stir halfway through. Ensure the oats are cooked and the mixture is soft and warm.

  4. Cool: Allow the mixture to cool for 1-2 minutes to a safe serving temperature.

  5. Serve: Spoon the warm melon oat mixture into small portions for the babies to enjoy.

Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from USDA data for the ingredients above.

Calories
15kcal
Protein
0.4g
Fat
0.2g
Carbs
2.9g
Calories from
  • Carbs80%
  • Protein11%
  • Fat10%

Ingredient health benefits

✨ Anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant
👀 Eyesight
💭 Cognitive and neurodevelopmental
🔄 Healthy metabolism
🦠 Immune system
🤲 Skin health
💊 Supporting nutrition absorption
🩸 Blood health
🚽 Digestion
💩 Gut health
🦴 Bone health
🔥 Energy

General associations for these ingredients, not claims about this recipe.

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Nutrition Facts

Estimated · 3 servings per recipe

Amount per serving

Calories

15

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0.2g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0.1mg0%
Sodium 2.8mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 2.9g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g1%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Incl. Added Sugars 0.0g0%
Protein 0.4g1%
Vitamin D 0.0mcg0%
Calcium 5mg0%
Iron 0.1mg1%
Zinc 0.1mg1%

Estimated from USDA ingredient data. %DV uses the adult 2,000-calorie reference — children’s needs differ.