Christmas Baby Treats: Healthy, Festive Ideas for Babies and Toddlers

Christmas Baby Treats: Healthy, Festive Ideas for Babies and Toddlers

The holiday season is a magical time, and what better way to celebrate with your little one than with delicious, healthy Christmas treats? From snowball energy bites to baby-friendly gingerbread cookies, these festive treats are as nutritious as they are fun. Here’s a list of simple, baby-friendly Christmas recipes that everyone in the family can enjoy.

  1. Mini Christmas Tree Pancakes

Babies 8+ months and toddlers

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup oat flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/4 cup milk or plant-based milk
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • A few drops of spinach purée for a natural green colour (optional)
  • Plain Greek yoghurt and diced berries for decoration

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Drop small spoonful of batter onto a heated pan to create mini pancakes.
  3. Stack 3–4 pancakes to create a Christmas tree shape.
  4. Decorate with yoghurt as snow and berries for ornaments.

These Christmas tree pancakes are soft and perfect for little hands.

  1. No-Bake Snowball Energy Bites

Babies 8+ months and toddlers

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup oats
  • 1/4 cup coconut flakes (unsweetened)
  • 1/4 cup mashed banana or applesauce
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Extra coconut flakes for rolling

Instructions:

  1. Mix oats, coconut, banana, and vanilla in a bowl until well combined.
  2. Roll the mixture into small balls.
  3. Roll each ball in extra coconut flakes to create snowballs.
  4. Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes to set.

These snowballs are perfect as a naturally sweet treat and are easy to make ahead for holiday gatherings.

  1. Christmas Morning Muffins

Babies 6+ months and toddlers

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato or pumpkin purée
  • 1/2 cup oat flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ginger (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Mix all ingredients until smooth.
  3. Pour into mini muffin tins and bake for 12–15 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Let cool and sprinkle a tiny amount of cinnamon or snow (optional).

These baby-friendly muffins are easy on sensitive tummies and can be topped with yoghurt frosting.

  1. Gingerbread Baby Biscuits

Babies 8+ months and toddlers

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup oat flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup mashed banana
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ginger (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Mix all ingredients into a dough.
  3. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut out small gingerbread shapes.
  4. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, until slightly firm but not crispy.

These cookies are soft enough for babies and make a festive addition to your holiday table.

  1. Santa’s Reindeer Pears

Babies 6+ months and toddlers


Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe pear, sliced into rounds
  • Plain Greek yoghurt or cream cheese
  • Dried cranberries or raisins for eyes
  • Small pretzel pieces for antlers

Instructions:

  1. Spread yoghurt or cream cheese on each pear slice.
  2. Add dried cranberries or raisins for eyes and a nose.
  3. Place small pretzel pieces at the top as antlers.

These reindeer pears are a fun snack that’s both fresh and festive.

  1. Red and Green Veggie Fritters

Babies 10+ months and toddlers

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup grated courgette
  • 1/2 cup grated carrot
  • 1/4 cup oat flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1 egg (or flaxseed meal mixed with water as an egg substitute)
  • A sprinkle of mild cheese (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Spoon small dollops of mixture onto a heated non-stick pan.
  3. Flatten slightly and cook until golden on each side.

These festive veggie fritters are a tasty and nutritious snack.

  1. Apple and Cinnamon Christmas Trees

Babies 6+ months and toddlers


Ingredients:

  • 1–2 apples, sliced into thin rounds
  • A sprinkle of cinnamon
  • Plain Greek yoghurt for dipping

Instructions:

  1. Sprinkle a small amount of cinnamon on each apple slice.
  2. Use small star or tree-shaped cookie cutters to cut festive shapes.
  3. Serve with a small bowl of yoghurt for dipping.

These festive apple trees are refreshing, naturally sweet, and easy to make.

  1. Mini Yule Log Bites

Babies 8+ months and toddlers

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup mashed banana
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder (optional, or use carob powder for younger babies)
  • 1/4 cup nut butter or sunflower seed butter

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients together until they form a sticky dough.
  2. Roll into small log shapes and place in the fridge to set.
  3. Optional: dust with cocoa powder or roll in coconut flakes for a “snowy” effect.

These mini yule log bites are a perfect festive treat, with just a hint of sweetness and healthy fats.

  1. Frozen Berry Snowflakes

Babies 6+ months and toddlers

Ingredients:

  • Fresh or frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, etc.)
  • Plain Greek yoghurt or dairy-free alternative

Instructions:

  1. Place small dollops of yoghurt onto a baking sheet.
  2. Press a berry in the centre of each dollop.
  3. Freeze for 30 minutes, then serve as a cool, festive treat.

These berry snowflakes are refreshing and easy to make, with no added sugar.

  1. Baby-Friendly Hot Cocoa

Babies 12+ months and toddlers

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
  • 1/2 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/2 tsp carob powder (or a small amount of cocoa powder for toddlers)

Instructions:

  1. Heat the milk in a small saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add mashed banana and carob powder, stirring until well mixed.
  3. Pour into a baby cup and let it cool slightly before serving.

This baby-friendly hot cocoa has no added sugar but is naturally sweet and satisfying.

These ten baby-friendly Christmas treats bring all the festive cheer to your little one’s holiday season, without the added sugar. Enjoy a happy, healthy Christmas filled with tasty treats.

Disclaimer: Always check with a paediatrician before introducing new foods to your baby, especially those under one year old. Avoid honey for infants under 12 months, and always monitor for possible allergies. These recipes are general suggestions and may need to be modified based on your child’s age and dietary needs.

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