Recipes for Infant Formula Unopened

Safe ways to use infant formula unopened past its expiration date

Infant Formula Pancakes

Infant Formula Pancakes

Make delicious pancakes using expired but safe infant formula

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups expired infant formula
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the expired infant formula, eggs, and vegetable oil. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with oil or cooking spray.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to set, then flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings.
  8. Enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Infant Formula Smoothie

Infant Formula Smoothie

Create a nutritious smoothie using expired but safe infant formula

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup frozen berries
  • 1 cup expired infant formula
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the ripe banana, frozen berries, and expired infant formula.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste the smoothie and add honey or maple syrup if desired for added sweetness.
  4. Blend again to incorporate the sweetener.
  5. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
  6. Enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Infant Formula Muffins

Infant Formula Muffins

Delicious muffins made with slightly expired but safe infant formula

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • Infant Formula Unopened
  • flour
  • sugar
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • eggs
  • milk
  • vegetable oil
  • vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into greased muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the muffins to cool before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Infant Formula Bread Pudding

Infant Formula Bread Pudding

A delectable bread pudding made with slightly expired but safe infant formula

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
45 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 4 cups stale bread cubes
  • 2 cups infant formula (slightly expired but safe)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes and infant formula. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the liquid.
  3. Add the sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and raisins to the bread mixture. Stir well to combine.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
  5. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
  7. Serve warm or chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Infant Formula Banana Bread

Infant Formula Banana Bread

A delectable and nutritious banana bread using expired but safe infant formula

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
60 minutes
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of infant formula unopened
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup of sugar
  • 0.5 cup of unsalted butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until completely smooth.
  3. Stir the infant formula into the mashed bananas.
  4. Melt the butter and mix it into the banana and infant formula mixture.
  5. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
  6. Mix in the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  7. Pour the mixture into a greased loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Infant Formula Oatmeal

Infant Formula Oatmeal

A nutritious and comforting oatmeal made with slightly expired but safe infant formula

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup slightly expired infant formula
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional toppings: sliced bananas, chopped nuts, raisins

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the rolled oats, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in the slightly expired infant formula, honey, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes or until the oatmeal reaches your desired consistency.
  5. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
  6. Serve the oatmeal warm with your choice of toppings.
  7. Enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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