Can babies eat chickpeas?
Yes. Chickpeas can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
from 6 monthsPrepare with careProteinFiber
Squash each one, or mash into hummus. Whole chickpeas are slippery and hard.
How to serve chickpeas
6 to 8 months
- Squash each piece flat, or mash, so nothing is round and whole.
- Mash with a fork until soft, leaving a few small lumps.
9 to 11 months
- Squash each piece flat, or mash, so nothing is round and whole.
12 months and older
- Squash each piece flat, or mash, so nothing is round and whole.
Choking risk and safety
Prepare with care
FAQ
Can babies eat chickpeas?
Yes. Chickpeas can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Squash each one, or mash into hummus. Whole chickpeas are slippery and hard.
How do I serve chickpeas to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Squash each piece flat, or mash, so nothing is round and whole. Mash with a fork until soft, leaving a few small lumps. 9 to 11 months: Squash each piece flat, or mash, so nothing is round and whole. 12 months and older: Squash each piece flat, or mash, so nothing is round and whole.
Is chickpeas a choking hazard for babies?
Prepare with care
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