What age can babies eat coconut & date porridge?

Coconut & Date Porridge is suitable from around 6 months. Every ingredient is prepared to the texture that suits 6 to 8 months.

Does coconut & date porridge contain allergens?

Yes. It contains Gluten (Oats). Introduce any new allergen on its own, early in the day, and watch for a reaction.

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Coconut & Date Porridge

✓ From around 6 months

Best for Breakfast
From 6 months
Ready in 10 min
Makes 2
Iron & Healthy Fats

Allergens in Coconut & Date Porridge

Contains Gluten (Oats). Current NHS advice is to introduce allergens from around six months, one at a time, so a reaction is easy to trace.

Ingredients

Oats Gluten

4 tbsp rolled oats

Coconut milk

125ml full-fat

Dates

2, pitted and soaked

How to prepare each ingredient for 6 to 8 months

Each line is the preparation guidance for that ingredient at your baby's age, taken from its own food guide.

Oats

Cook in water or breast milk until very smooth.

Coconut

Use full-fat coconut milk or cream mixed into purées. Avoid desiccated coconut entirely.

Dates

Soak in warm water, remove pit, then blend to a smooth paste. Mix into porridge or fruit purées.

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This page is general information based on NHS weaning guidance, not medical advice. Always stay with your baby while they eat. If you have concerns about allergies, choking or your baby's development, speak to your health visitor or GP.