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Can babies eat cottage cheese?
Cottage Cheese can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage. This is a common allergen (Milk).
How to serve cottage cheese for a baby
- Method
- None / Ready to serve
- Texture
- Soft & creamy
How you cut and serve cottage cheese changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare cottage cheese, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Serve plain full-fat cottage cheese at room temperature.
- 9 to 11 months
- Mixed into fruit or vegetable purées.
- 12 to 17 months
- Serve as is — the texture is soft enough for easy eating.
- 18 months and over
- Mixed into meals or served with soft finger foods.
Is cottage cheese an allergen?
This food contains dairy. Introduce one new food at a time and watch closely for any reaction.
Learn about dairy allergy
Is cottage cheese good for babies?
Cottage cheese is an excellent source of casein protein — a slow-digesting protein that provides sustained amino acid release. Rich in calcium, phosphorus, and selenium. Lower in fat than many cheeses, it is best to choose the full-fat variety for babies who need calorie density. A very versatile and convenient food.
- Casein Protein
- Calcium
- Phosphorus
- Selenium
- Vit B12
Storing cottage cheese
In the fridge
3 Days. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 3 days
In the freezer
Not Recommended. Texture becomes watery and grainy after freezing
Goes well with
Baby recipes with cottage cheese
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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.