2 Minute Beans

Written by: Jeanette Blandford | Published on May 28, 2025
A no-cook, two-minute bean mash — perfect for quick meals, travel days, or when the family dinner doesn't suit bub. Iron and protein rich, with the texture easily adjusted from smooth to mashed.

This recipe is a super simple one that is great to make when the family meal isn't suitable to be shared or you are short on time. It also works great when travelling as there is no cooking involved!

Safety: If there are chickpeas in your four bean mix and you are fork mashing, please be mindful that the chickpeas can be more difficult than the other beans to mash. Ensure there are no whole chickpeas before serving as these are a choking hazard.

Quick Recipe Snapshot

Prep time: 2 minutes
Cook time: None
Serves: 1–2 baby portions
Freezer friendly: Yes (up to 3 months)
Texture: Smooth puree to soft mash

Age & Texture Guidance

Suitable from around 6 months, with the texture adjusted to suit your bub.

6–9 months: puree or mash smooth.

9–12 months: a rougher fork-mash.

12 months+: soft mash as is. Always check there are no whole chickpeas, which are a choking hazard.

Allergens Present

None of the common allergens.

Why We Love This Recipe

• No cooking required
• Ready in 2 minutes
• Brilliant for travel and busy days
• Iron and protein rich
• Texture grows with your bub

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