2-Ingredients Blackberry Pancake For Baby (no egg)

The other day, I was looking for ways to use up some old blackberries I had in the fridge. So I decided to make blackberry pancake for baby.

This pancake is great to feed kids for baby-led weaning because it only uses 2 main ingredients; flour and blackberries.

It’s one of those pancakes that’s freezer-friendly and can be made ahead of time. You can also make these BLW blackberry pancakes with no eggs if you prefer.

Why I Love This Baby-led Weaning Blackberry Pancake

There are many reasons why I love this blackberry pancake for baby-led weaning.

The first reason is that you can make it without eggs if you want. I used mashed bananas in place of eggs for this recipe because I ran out of eggs. 

I’ve also made it with eggs in the past and it has come out good.

There are many other egg substitutes you can use. See below for some options.

Another reason I love this blackberry pancake for baby is that it only uses two main ingredients. 

All you need is flour, baking powder, baking soda, and blackberries.

Short on time? Try this premade protein pancake mix by Kodiak Cakes

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Important Recipe Notes on Blackberry Pancakes for Baby

You can use premade pancake mix 

Whenever I’m short on time, I like to use premade pancake mix. My favorite is Kodiak Protein Pancake Mix. It’s packed with nutrients and great for the whole family.

Bananas are optional 

I added bananas to this blackberry pancake for babies and toddlers as an egg option.

You can use any other egg substitutes you prefer. Just check out the table below.

You can use eggs if you want

If your baby isn’t allergic to eggs and you want to use it for the blackberry pancake, then follow this instruction.

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg first before adding the blackberries. Don’t mash the blackberries. You can then combine both wet and dry ingredients.

You can use baking soda or baking powder 

You don’t need both baking soda and baking powder to make this baby-friendly blackberry pancake. 

You can use either or. I like using both because I have both on hand. In the past, I’ve used either one and they turn out just fine.

Don’t have a banana? Here are some other egg substitutes

Egg Substitute	Number of “eggs” Made
3 tbsp peanut butter	1 egg
1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water	1 egg (whisk until gelatinous)
1/2 mashed banana	1 egg
1 tbsp mashed sweet potato	1 egg
1/4 cup applesauce	1 egg
1 tbsp chia seed + 3 tbsp water	1 egg (stir & rest it for 15 min)
1 tbsp soy protein + 3 tbsp water	1 egg (mix & use immediately)

Why Blackberries Are Good for Babies and Toddlers

Blackberries contain a lot of nutrients that babies need to grow healthy. 

They contain tons of vitamin C which helps boost your baby’s immune system. 

Blackberries also contain vitamin K which helps in blood clotting. They contain antioxidants and also help to improve brain function (source)

What to serve with BLW Blackberry Pancake

Bacon for toddlers

If you’re making this recipe for your toddler you can serve it with bacon. I wouldn’t give bacon to babies because of their high sodium content.

Serve blackberry pancake for baby with fruits

Fruits like strawberries and grapes would go well with BLW blackberry pancakes. Of course, you can use other fruits of your choice as well.

FAQs About Blackberries for Baby

Can babies digest blackberries?

Babies can digest blackberries so don’t be afraid to feed them to your baby. You can start feeding blackberries to your baby starting at 6 months old. Both my kids have been eating blackberries since they were 6 months old. 

Are blackberries good for baby constipation?

Blackberries are high in fiber. This means they work well to relieve constipation in babies. 

How to serve blackberry pancake to baby and toddlers 

6 – 9 months old

Cut blackberry pancake for baby into long strips if your baby is between 6-9 months old. This will allow them to easily grasp it.

10-12 months old

You can cut blackberry pancake for baby into small chunks between 10-12 months old. Kids this age would have mastered eating smaller pieces of food

12 months plus

Toddlers older than 12 months can be served blackberry pancakes in small pieces. Give them a fork for them to practice independent eating.

Tips for Picky Eaters

Don’t pressure

Give your baby or toddler a chance to say no. It’s okay if they don’t like what we serve them. Keep trying. 

It takes at least 30 exposures for a baby to begin liking a food, so don’t give up.

Make it into a game

Sometimes I create games around the food I serve to get my kids interested in eating. 

A game we’ve played in the past is called “Here comes the airplane… open the garage”. This encourages them to open their mouth as I bring the food in like an airplane.

Sometimes my kids will try new foods this way.

Ingredient For Blackberry Pancake For Baby and Toddler 

• 1 cup of fresh blackberries
• 1 banana (mashed) – Optional 
• 1 cup of flour 
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp baking powder 

Cooking Directions For BLW Blackberry Pancake 

• In a separate bowl, mix the dry ingredients together (Combine the flour, baking soda, and baking powder together. Mix thoroughly and let stand for 2 minutes)
• Combine wet ingredients together in a separate bowl (mash the banana and add in the blackberries. Don’t mash the blackberries)
• Combine both wet and dry ingredients and mix evenly, taking care not to overmix the batter. 
• Scoop some batter into a hot and greased pan. Let it cook until the edge is a little brown or bubbles stop forming.
• Flip and cook the reverse side. 
• Remove from the heat and serve 

Storage Tips For Blackberry Pancakes For Baby

Blackberry pancakes can be made ahead and stored in the freezer until your baby is ready to eat them.

To reheat, just pop them into the microwave for a few minutes until they’re hot.

Did you make this baby-led weaning recipe? 

Let me know in the comments how it turned out!