10 Best Organic Baby Food Brands, Tested by Dietitians and Parents

Pricing: Starts at around $4 per pouch

Every ingredient in this line of baby food pouches — co-founded by Jennifer Garner — is certified USDA organic and sustainably grown. All items are made using whole ingredients and are free from added sugars or preservatives. In addition to the fruit and veggie blend line, the brand also offers dairy-free smoothies and even overnight oats. You can order the pouches off Amazon or via a subscription on their website for even more savings.

We like that Once Upon a Farm sets itself apart from the other brands we reviewed due to the cold-pressure (HPP) process to lock in the nutrients, taste and texture of the farm-fresh ingredients instead of traditional heat processing methods. Testers said their littles loved the flavors, and one parent said she liked that the packs needed to be refrigerated, which made her feel that they were "very high quality."

Another parent said, "No preservatives! I love that it’s all fresh, healthy ingredients I can pronounce." That being said, they aren't the best for convenience when you are on the go. The pouches can be unrefrigerated for up to four hours though, and the brand does offer a cooler pouch for ease (which I've personally used and it's performed very well). Middleberg recommends this brand too.

Once Upon a Farm is the first baby and kids food brand to receive the Clean Label Project Purity Award, a third-party nonprofit that tests for hundreds of environmental and industrial toxins including heavy metals. All packaging is BPA-, BPS- and PVC-free as well. Although the pouches are not curbside recyclable, the brand has partnered with Recyclops to repurpose the pouches and keep them out of landfills.

Pricing: Starts around $2 per pouch

Mom Shazi Visram founded Happy Family Organics to provide a wide variety of organic baby food options to parents. The brand offers a range of 100% USDA organic jars and pouches that are Clearly Crafted, meaning they are fully transparent so you can see exactly what is inside the pouch. Plus, they come in at a lower price point than other organic options in the baby food aisle and are slightly bigger than most pouches.

The brand says that they work closely with suppliers, farmers and field experts to create processes that ensures quality and safety, and many of the Clearly Crafted pouches are Clean Label Project Purity Award winners too, meaning they have been tested for hundreds of toxins, heavy metals and contaminants.

Both the apple, kale and avocado pouch and the apple, guava and beet pouches were a hit. "I think it's great to expose littles to unique flavors from the get-go, and this made that easy in an approachable way," one parent said. "I really appreciate that the sugars are natural and no added sugars have been included."

We also like their line of brain blends that incorporate DHA and choline, essential nutrients to support baby's brain health. Our tiny testers enjoyed it and couldn't taste the difference. "I love the focus of this product and the added benefits and additions for the health of young ones in the vital growth years," a parent tester said. And their new nutty blends are a convenient way to introduce allergens to your infant on a consistent basis. However, keep in mind that some of the brand's other baby food products such as the teething wafers are made with rice flour, which our experts say to try to limit or avoid in baby's diet. You can read more about rice-based products and arsenic concerns at the end of this article.

Pricing: Starts at around $3 per pouch

Founded by a practicing neurosurgeon, this line of organic baby food from Cerebelly focuses on incorporating 16 brain-supporting nutrients into every product, ranging from pouches to snack bars. The product is shelf-stable, making it very convenient for busy parents, but this doesn't sacrifice quality or nutrition.

Our dietitians point out that the organic baby food pouches from Cerebelly are veggie forward and contain no added sugar. Parent testers appreciated the “thoughtful and healthful combinations,” and babies loved them too. They also offer a line of savory bone broth purees with 5 grams of protein in every pouch for children over 11 months.

Cerebelly pouches were the first shelf-stable baby food to receive the Clean Label Project Purity Award, which means they have been tested for hundreds of contaminants including heavy metals, chemicals, plastics, pesticides and more. We also appreciate that the products are free from the big eight allergens and that the Cerebelly facilities undergo rigorous processes to prevent cross-contamination.

Pricing: Starts at around $4 per pouch

This innovative baby food brand offers exceptional high-quality meats, poultry and fish in pouch form alongside organic veggies and premium oils. It takes the prep work out of an otherwise messy ordeal of having to prepare and puree protein for little ones. The blends are balanced nicely from a flavor standpoint too, and the ingredients are best-in-class according to our nutrition pros.

The BPA-free pouches are shelf-stable and a great way to introduce tasty savory blends and protein-packed ingredients like salmon, bison, turkey and more to your child. Their grain-free puffs made with cassava flour are also noteworthy as your little one grows, and their toddler pouches incorporate nutritious bone broth. Not only do they hold a Clean Label Purity Award, but they are also Certified Pesticide Free by CLP.

Parents loved the use of premium ingredients like organic produce and extra virgin olive oil. "My doctor kept telling me to introduce meat to my daughter but I just didn't know how to prepare it," one parent said. "These pouches were a simple way to give my daughter meat and she absolutely loved it! She took it as easily as she does fruit purees." Valerie Trumbower, P.C.D., C.L.C., who is a DONA-certified postpartum doula and a certified lactation counselor, is also a fan of Serenity Kids highlighting their protein-rich blends.

Pricing: Starts at around $1.50 per jar

Baby food pouches are convenient and portable, but oftentimes not the most sustainable choice. Glass baby food jars are not only recyclable and reusable, but also tend to be a bit more budget-friendly. Beech-Nut offers both varieties, and their organic baby food jars feature a great blend of fruit and veggie options.

I used these jars to help introduce single-ingredient purees to both my children since it was some of the only ones I could find on the market made with high-quality ingredients when I didn't have time to prep the food at home. "I only use glass bottles at home since I have concerns with microplastics, so it was nice to find a glass baby food jar that was organic too, and my son loved it," one parent tester said. Just keep in mind that a glass jar isn't the most portable choice when on the go.

Not only is this choice USDA-Certified Organic, but one thing that stood out in our tests was the vibrant color of the baby food itself. That's because Beech-Nut gently cooks the blends to preserve the color, flavor and nutrients of the food. The brand also offers organic oatmeal cereal, which was a huge hit with my babies and our tiny testers.

Pricing: Starts at around $3 per container

Designed to grow with your baby as they progress into toddler and big kid years, this subscription-based baby food service is one you can stick with for a while. They offer a plethora of Babyblends, from freshly made single-ingredient purees to textured multi-ingredient options that are all USDA Organic and Clean Label Project verified.

We especially love their convenient refrigerated smoothies that are packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like chia seeds, hemp seeds, flaxseeds, sunflower seed butter, coconut milk and more. Babyblends start at $3.32 per blend and smoothies start at $2.82 per pouch.

The brand never uses rice, fortifiers or anything artificial in their blends, which our experts appreciate. They also utilize a cold-pressure technology as an alternative to heat pasteurization, killing harmful bacteria without the use of high heat but retaining those important nutrients. Our dietitians were impressed that this process allows the Babyblends and Smoothies to stay fresh in the fridge for up to 14 days or in the freezer for up to three months.

Parent testers were impressed with the ingredient list and fresh flavors. "The packaging and serving size was nice and seemed high quality," one parent said. "What I loved most is that my son loved it! I greatly enjoyed this too," another said. Middleberg serves as the brand's nutrition advisor, sharing that she is truly passionate about Little Spoon's products and loves that the baby food is both nutritious and delicious. "It’s a great option for parents to feel good about what they are feeding their kids."

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Little Spoon Meal Delivery Service

Pricing: Starts at around $3 per meal

"Baby led weaning is offering your baby safe, soft table foods with the intention of them feeding themselves," Trumbower explains, who is very familiar with this method in her work with families as both a certified postpartum doula and lactation counselor. "It doesn't need to be an either or situation; parents can do a combination of both purees and baby led weaning. Most importantly, parents should do what they're comfortable with."

These textured organic baby and toddler meals from Tiny Organics are designed for baby-led weaning and are conveniently delivered to your door. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, all Tiny products are free from the big eight allergens and curated by a team of chefs and neonatal nutritionists. The meals are all made fresh and shipped frozen, with purees starting at $3.36 per meal.

Tiny offers both multi-ingredient purees and textured purees designed for little ones over 6 months. Flavors are unique but were well-received by tiny testers, and the brand aims to introduce infants to their first 100 flavors to raise a healthy eater for life. One tester said, "I love the concept that you are giving your children 100 new flavors to try. Being able to put the lid back on and save for later is also a great feature. No waste, very healthy and takes the mental pressure away from always thinking about planning the next meal."

When sourcing ingredients, Tiny's team shared with GH that they require the farmers to provide heavy metal tests on the lots from the year prior and when they harvest the new lot. The team also does internal lab tests on specific ingredients to make sure it is within the brand's specifications. All ingredients are all sustainably sourced within the U.S. from local farms to reduce carbon footprint and are USDA-certified organic. And they recently published their heavy metal testing results on their website, in accordance with accordance with California’s AB 899 legislation.

Pricing: Starts at around $2 per meal

Our nutrition experts rave about these organic plant-based meals in powder form. The method Amara uses does not require repeated high-heat processes. Just add water, formula or breast milk to the mix and you have a healthy meal ready for your little one in seconds. These shelf-stable pouches are excellent for on-the-go, though preparation can get a bit messy.

Testers loved that the wholesome offerings were conveniently shelf-stable and featured unique superfood combos like applesauce with maqui berry. Moms appreciated that they could use leftover breast milk to mix in for even more nutrition.

Amara shared that they individually source each baby food ingredient so they have the opportunity to deeply work with suppliers and sourcing in efforts to minimize heavy metal exposure in their food. They also do not use any rice products, additives, preservatives or ingredients that are traditionally known for heavy metals. As per their website, every one of their suppliers meets annual third-party federal requirements and compliance regulations for heavy metals and organic certification. Their oats & berries variety is a Clean Label Project Purity Award winner as well.

Pricing: Starts at around $3 per pouch

Sustainably-minded parents may want to prioritize both regenerative agriculture and organic farming when sourcing ingredients for baby food. Regenerative agriculture works to restore and enhance the entire ecosystem, including soil health and biodiversity. Essentially, it's about leaving the land better than you found it by using practices that actively repair the land.

White Leaf Provisions brings the best of both worlds by providing 100% regeneratively farmed and organic baby food to the U.S. market. Their fruity blends are made with exceptional ingredients and come in a few tasty blends that littles gave the thumbs up in our tests. Several blends are also recipients of the Clean Label Project Purity Award.

Although the farming principles prioritize sustainability, White Leaf Provision's baby food comes in pouches and not glass jars. They are working towards developing an 100% recyclable pouch option, but in the meantime have partnered with Terracycle where you can collect your emptied pouches and send everything to them for free and then they will properly recycle the items.

Pricing: Starts at about $5 per meal

Ideal for infants between the ages of 4 to 8 months, this line of Square Meals offers a variety of purees with impeccable ingredients. All recipes are designed by the co-founder who is a registered dietitian. They are made in small batches using organic foods that are gently cooked, steamed or roasted, then blended by hand and frozen to lock in nutrients and freshness.

Meals arrive frozen and need to be placed in the freezer or refrigerated. The brand says that you can refreeze your Square Meals once thawed, however the consistency of the meal may be slightly altered. While they recommend heating the meals for serving, they advise to not microwave the plastic containers. You can get meals as low as $4.98 which is quite pricey, but the quality is phenomenal.

One standout to our judges and testers was that Square Baby applies the recent research behind introducing allergens early and often, incorporating them into their line of Allergen Introduction meals to take the guesswork out of feeding for parents. They also offer options with probiotics, iron, vitamin C, omega 3s, herbs, spices and more. The meals are all veggie-first, and you can filter for dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan or vegetarian too. And if you are stumped on providing a nutritionally balanced day for your child, their Square Meal System offers 100% daily nutrition meal plans to take the guesswork out of solid introduction. Plus, Square Baby is a recipient of the Clean Label Purity Award.