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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