Walnut
Walnuts are a fantastic first food, suitable from 6 months, offering a powerhouse of healthy fats and essential nutrients. They are a valuable addition to your baby's diet when prepared safely.
How to serve
Finely ground into a powder and mixed into purees, yogurt, or oatmeal, or as a very thin layer of smooth walnut butter.
Finely ground into a powder and mixed into soft foods, or a thin spread of smooth walnut butter.
Finely ground powder, mixed into dishes, or smooth walnut butter; never whole or in large pieces.
Nutrition
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, crucial for brain development and eye health. They also provide protein for growth, fiber for digestive regularity, and magnesium, important for bone health.
Good to know
Never offer whole or chopped nuts before age 5 — they are one of the most common choking hazards. Serve finely ground, or as a smooth nut butter thinned with water, breast milk or formula.
Walnuts are a common allergen. When introducing, offer a tiny amount alone and watch for any allergic reactions for several days. Never offer whole nuts or large pieces to babies due to a severe choking risk. Whole and chopped nuts stay a choking hazard until age 5, so keep serving them finely ground or as a smooth, thinned butter.
Tip
Store walnuts in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer to keep them fresh and prevent them from going rancid.
