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Ricotta for babies
When and how to serve ricotta at every stage of starting solids.
- Introduce from
- 6–9 months
- Safety notes
- Common allergen: Cow's milk (dairy)
How to prepare ricotta by age
6–9 months
Spread on toast or mixed with fruit.
9–12 months
In pasta or as filling.
12 months+
Any preparation.
Common allergen
Contains cow's milk (dairy) , one of the 9 common food allergens.
Contains dairy.
First time with cow's milk (dairy): Offer dairy in food, such as full-fat plain yogurt or cheese, or milk used in cooking. Cow's milk should not be the main drink before 12 months.
If your baby has severe eczema or a known food allergy, talk to your pediatrician before introducing allergens.
Nutrition highlights
- Protein rich
- Calcium rich
- Vitamin A
Serving ideas
- On toast
- In lasagna
- With fruit
- Ricotta pancakes
Prepare these as described above for your baby’s age.
Choosing and storing
Storage: Refrigerate. Use within 1 week of opening.
Sources
This guide is based on published guidance from:
