Food guide
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 at this age
6-9 months: Finely ground into a powder and mixed into purees, yogurt, or oatmeal, or as a very thin layer of smooth walnut butter. 9-12 months: Finely ground into a powder and mixed into soft foods, or a thin spread of smooth walnut butter. 12+ months: 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.
A note from the editors
Store walnuts in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer to keep them fresh and prevent them from going rancid.
Good to know
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.
This guide is also published on Avo Parenting. Read the Walnut guide