How To Thaw And Serve Frozen Baby Food. To preserve the nutrients, heat only as much as is necessary. Stir and take temperature with a food thermometer, ensuring an internal temperature of 165°f.

Cold water thawing is meant to keep the surface of your food cool enough that bacterial growth stays slow, allowing the food to slowly, safely thaw all the way through. For optimal quality and nutrient retention, keep frozen baby food cubes in the freezer for a maximum of 3 months. To thaw baby food, simply remove a cube (or as many as you need) and place into airtight containers.