When can babies eat Butter?
Butter is a concentrated source of milk fat and fat-soluble vitamins. It is an excellent energy source for growing babies who need high-quality fats for brain development. For infants, it is crucial to use unsalted butter to keep sodium intake low. When sourced from grass-fed cows, butter also contains higher levels of Vitamin K2 and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA).
Age guide
| Stage | Min age | Serving | Texture |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6m+ | 6m | Use as a healthy fat addition to purees. Stir a teaspoon of melted unsalted butter into vegetable purees like spinach, broccoli, or sweet potato. This not only adds calories but also helps the baby absorb the fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) found in the vegetables. Do not offer butter on its own. | Melted and mixed into solids. |
| 9m+ | 9m | Spread a thin layer of unsalted butter on soft toast strips or 'fingers.' You can also use it to sauté vegetables or coat pasta to prevent sticking. Butter helps soften the texture of bread, making it safer for babies who are still learning to chew and swallow different textures. | Thin spread or coating. |
| 12m+ | 12m | Toddlers can continue to enjoy butter in cooking and on bread. At this age, you can occasionally use slightly salted butter if the rest of their diet is low in sodium, but unsalted remains the preferred choice. Use it to enhance the flavor of grains like quinoa, rice, or couscous. | Solid spread or melted. |
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Recipes with Butter
Apple, Banana & Carrot Baby Muffins
Moist, naturally sweet mini muffins packed with grated apple, mashed banana, and shredded carrot. No added sugar. All sweetness comes from the fruit. The perfect grab-and-go BLW breakfast that's gentle on tiny tummies.
No-Sugar Apple & Cinnamon Muffins
Soft, fluffy muffins naturally sweetened with grated apples and a touch of cinnamon. A fiber-rich snack that is gentle on blood sugar levels and perfect for little hands.
Apple & Oat Breakfast Muffins
Wholesome muffins with a tender oat crumb, studded with juicy apple pieces and scented with warm cinnamon. Naturally sweetened with applesauce and a drizzle of maple syrup, these are fiber-rich and perfect for tiny hands to grab at breakfast or snack time.
Avocado & Egg Toast Fingers
Toasted bread fingers topped with creamy mashed avocado and soft scrambled egg. A nutritionally complete BLW meal combining healthy fats, protein, and complex carbohydrates in a format that's easy for babies to grip and explore.
Baby French Toast Sticks
Soft, custardy bread sticks soaked in an egg and milk mixture with a hint of cinnamon. Cut into finger-width strips for easy gripping. A wonderful way to introduce bread and egg together in a BLW-friendly format.
Baby Omelette Strips
A thin, soft omelette cut into wide strips that are perfect for baby's palmar grasp. Quick to make and endlessly versatile. Add any soft cooked vegetable for extra nutrition. A different egg texture for babies to explore.
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