Can babies eat beef?
Yes. Beef can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve beef
6 to 8 months
- A large, tender strip of well-cooked meat, longer than your baby’s fist, to hold and suck. Check there is no bone or gristle.
- A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry.
9 to 11 months
- A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry.
- Shred or mince finely and keep it moist with sauce, yogurt or a little water.
12 months and older
- Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
Choking risk and safety
FAQ
Can babies eat beef?
Yes. Beef can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. One of the best sources of easily absorbed iron. Slow-cooked strips or soft meatballs are easiest; keep it moist.
How do I serve beef to a baby?
6 to 8 months: A large, tender strip of well-cooked meat, longer than your baby’s fist, to hold and suck. Check there is no bone or gristle. A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry. 9 to 11 months: A soft, moist patty or meatball; break it up if it is dry. Shred or mince finely and keep it moist with sauce, yogurt or a little water. 12 months and older: Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
Is beef a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
Track beef and every first food
Log what your baby tries, how it went and any reaction, with serving advice for every food, in the Munchlet app.
