For baby-led weaning, eggs should be fully cooked and cut into shapes babies can hold.
When babies can eat egg
Babies can eat eggs from around 6 months when starting solids.
Eggs must be fully cooked - no runny yolks or raw egg. Introduce one at a time to watch for allergies.
See our first foods for baby guide for more ideas.
Nutritional benefits for babies
- 💚Protein supports muscle development and growth.
- 💚Iron and choline support brain development.
- 💚Introducing eggs early may help reduce allergy risk - consult your paediatrician.
How to serve egg for babies
Serve soft scrambled eggs in strips or wedges, or offer a quarter of a hard-boiled egg. Cut hard-boiled eggs into long strips - not round slices.
The egg should be soft and mashable. Omelette strips also work well.
How to cut eggs for BLW
For safe shapes and sizes by age, see our detailed How to cut eggs for BLW guide.
Also check how to cut food for baby-led weaning for general BLW cutting tips.
Egg recipes for babies
Egg Avocado Toast Fingers
Spinach Egg Mini Omelette
Quinoa Veggie Patties
Egg Rice Pancakes
Blueberry Oat Pancake Strips
Apple Oat BLW Bars
Pumpkin Pancake Fingers
Sweet Potato Spinach Fritters
Mini Veggie Pasta Bake Bites
Carrot Oat BLW Muffins
Sweet Potato Banana Pancakes
Scrambled Eggs
Egg Yolk Mash
Omelette Strips
Egg & Avocado Mash
Egg & Sweet Potato Mash
2-Ingredient Banana Pancakes
Oat Banana Mini Muffins
Evening Scrambled Eggs
Egg & Avocado Mash
Soft Scrambled Egg Breakfast Bowl
Zucchini BLW Fritters (Soft)
Chicken BLW Meatballs (Soft)
Salmon BLW Cakes (Soft Flakes)
French Toast BLW Strips (Baby Safe)
Ratatouille Baby Mash (No Tomato <10m)
Sweet Potato Mini Muffins
Banana Pancake Bites
Pumpkin Oat Mini Donuts (Soft, No Sugar)
Cottage Cheese Soft Muffins
See all egg recipes for babies. Explore baby breakfast recipes, baby-led weaning recipes and first foods for baby for more ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can babies eat Egg?
Yes. Babies can eat Egg starting around 6 months when they begin solid foods. It should be served in a safe texture and size for babies.
When can babies eat Egg?
Babies can eat Egg from around 6 months when starting solids. Babies can eat eggs from around 6 months when starting solids. Eggs must be fully cooked - no runny yolks or raw egg. Introduce one at a time to watch for allergies.
Is Egg a choking hazard for babies?
Egg is generally safe for babies when prepared properly. Serve soft scrambled eggs in strips or wedges, or offer a quarter of a hard-boiled egg. Cut hard-boiled eggs into long strips - not round slices. The egg should be soft and mashable. Omelette strips also work well.
Is Egg a common allergen?
Egg is not typically a common allergen for babies. Many babies can try it from around 6 months as part of a varied diet.
How should Egg be served to babies?
Serve soft scrambled eggs in strips or wedges, or offer a quarter of a hard-boiled egg. Cut hard-boiled eggs into long strips - not round slices. The egg should be soft and mashable. Omelette strips also work well.
What nutrients does Egg provide for babies?
Egg provides nutrients like iron, protein that support babies' growth and development.
Safety tips
- ✓Always cook eggs fully - no runny yolk for babies.
- ✓Cut hard-boiled egg into strips or wedges - avoid round slices.
- ✓Introduce eggs early to help reduce allergy risk - consult your paediatrician.
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