Can babies eat tofu?
Yes. Tofu can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids.
How to serve tofu
6 to 8 months
- Soft sticks as long as your baby’s fist and as thick as two adult fingers, so a piece pokes out of the fist.
9 to 11 months
- Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb.
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
Offer it on its own for a couple of days before the next new allergen, in the first half of the day. See the allergen planner.
FAQ
Can babies eat tofu?
Yes. Tofu can be offered from about 6 months, once your baby is ready for solids. Soft and protein-rich, and a way to introduce soy. Firm tofu makes easy sticks.
How do I serve tofu to a baby?
6 to 8 months: Soft sticks as long as your baby’s fist and as thick as two adult fingers, so a piece pokes out of the fist. 9 to 11 months: Small soft pieces from the size of a pea to a blueberry, for babies who pick things up between finger and thumb. 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 tofu a choking hazard for babies?
Low choking risk
Is tofu a common allergen?
Soy. Offer it on its own for a couple of days before the next new allergen, in the first half of the day. See the allergen planner.
Track tofu 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.
