Homemade raisins syrup - Dry Grapes/Raisins/Kismis/ Munnakka is known for its health benefits as it is loaded with essential minerals and loads of fiber. I have already shared dry grapes water/raisins juice, which is an excellent remedy for baby constipation. This Raisins syrup is the best sweetener for baby food, with added health benefits. It tastes good and comes handy when making baby food. The method of making is similar to dates syrup.
You can introduce this raisins syrup to your baby from 6 months; You could consume a few teaspoons of this homemade raisins syrup in the below ways:
- Can be a sweetener for baby/toddler porridge's, kheer, purees, etc
- Use as a spread for dosas, pancakes, Chapati/roti or bread
- Sweeten your dessert with it instead of sugar
Read more here on the health benefits of raisins and how to introduce grapes to your baby
Now let's get on to check how to make raisins syrup for babies, toddlers, and kids.
Homemade Raisins Syrup Recipe | Sweetener for baby and toddler food
Homemade Raisins Syrup - healthy sweetener for baby and toddler food
Calories
Ingredients
- Raisins - 1 cup
- Water - 1.5 cups
Instructions
- Take 1 cup of raisins Rinse the dry grapes in running water well to get rid of the traces of chemicals if any. Soak the raisins in water for 4-5 hours at least or overnight. Alternatively, you can also soak the raisins in hot water for 30 minutes to one hour.
- When the raisins are soft enough to mash/grind, transfer to a blender along with soaked water. Grind it to a smooth paste.
- Transfer the ground raisins mixture to a strainer over a wide bowl. Press it with a spoon to collect the juice as much as possible. Discard the leftover mix or add it while preparing porridge/jam. But make sure to use the leftovers immediately.
- Boil the raisins water in a saucepan until it becomes thick. Keep the flame low to medium and stir it occasionally to avoid burning at the bottom.
- Boil until it becomes quite dark, thick, and reached a sauce-like consistency. It may take 15 to 30 minutes at least. Switch off the flame once done.
Nutrition
Serving: 100g
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Method:
1. Take 1 cup of raisins Rinse the raisins in running water well to get rid of the traces of chemicals if any. Soak the raisins in water for 4-5 hours at least or overnight. Alternatively, you can also soak the raisins in hot water for 30 minutes to one hour.
2. When the dry grapes are soft enough to mash/grind, transfer to a blender along with soaked water. Grind it to a smooth paste.
3.. Transfer the ground raisins mixture to a strainer over a wide bowl. Press it with a spoon to collect the juice as much as possible. Discard the leftover mix or add it while preparing porridge/jam. But make sure to use the leftovers immediately.
4. Boil the raisins water in a saucepan until it becomes thick. Keep the flame low to medium and stir it occasionally to avoid burning at the bottom.
5. Boil until it becomes quite dark, dense, and reached a sauce-like consistency. It may take 15 to 30 minutes at least. Switch off the flame once done.
Healthy homemade raisins syrup is ready!
Notes :
- Extract the water slowly by pressing with a spoon so that you get a good amount of water.
- Adding more water makes the syrup watery, and it takes more time to reach the desired syrup consistency.
- Soaking time purely depends on the raisins used; some types of dry grapes need more soaking.
- This raisins syrup becomes little thick after cooling down so switch it off the flame accordingly. Don't over boil.
- Keep the raisins syrup refrigerated and consume within a month, use a clean, dry spoon every-time while using.
- Giving this raisins syrup too often makes the baby's tooth sweet. Hence its always recommended using this raisins syrup in moderation.
- Always check with your pediatrician before introducing any new food.
Thurkah
Hi, can I use the california or maid brand raisins
Kalyani
Yes. check out the ingredients before buying any brand that it doesn't contain sulfates or any other additional ingredients
Hema
All receipes are really good..my baby eats well when i try your receipe..thank you
Kalyani
Thank you so much, Hema, for letting me know your positive feedback. I am glad your baby likes it