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🧈 Can babies eat tofu?
Yes, from 6 months, when your baby is ready for solids. Soft and protein-packed. Soy is a common allergen.
- From
- 6 months
- Choking risk
- Low
- Common allergen
- Soy
- Iron-rich
- Yes
How to serve tofu by age
6 months
Firm tofu cut into finger-size strips, pan-fried or baked lightly.
- Cut firm tofu into finger-size strips
- Pan-fry or bake lightly
Amount: 1 strip
9 months
Small cubes.
- Cut tofu into small cubes
- Start with a few cubes
Amount: A few cubes
12 months (1 year)+
Any preparation.
- Prepare tofu any way you like
- Start with a few pieces
Amount: A few pieces
Is tofu a choking hazard?
Low risk Low risk.
Tofu and allergies
Allergen: soy Introduce tofu on its own, early in the day, and watch for a reaction. Ask your pediatrician first if your baby has eczema or a known food allergy.
Nutrition
Protein, calcium, iron.