Farmer cheese (cow’s milk) for babies: when and how to serve

Farmer cheese (cow’s milk) for babies

From 6 months

Allergen

You can introduce farmer cheese made from cow’s milk once your baby shows signs of being ready for solids, usually around 6 months. Cow’s milk isn’t recommended as a main drink before 12 months, but cultured and other dairy foods like yogurt and cheese can be offered earlier in small amounts once your baby starts solids.

Farmer cheese provides protein and calcium.

How to serve by age

6–8 months

Soft, smooth farmer cheese, mashed a bit more if needed.

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Farmer cheese on a pre-loaded spoon.

9–11 months

Soft farmer cheese with a texture that suits your baby; mash it with a fork to make it smoother.

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A pre-loaded spoon or a thicker mixture your baby can scoop.

12–23 months

Farmer cheese with a texture that suits your child, as part of their regular meals.

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A spoon or bowl, with an adult nearby.

Choking risk

Farmer cheese is soft, but large dense curds can be hard to swallow. For babies, choose a soft farmer cheese and mash it more if needed to make it smoother. Always stay with your child while they eat.

Allergies

Cow’s milk protein is one of the major food allergens. A reaction can happen even the first time your baby tries it.

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This page is based on guidance from health organizations:

For informational purposes only. Not medical advice. Decide on introducing foods, especially allergens, together with your pediatrician.