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Can babies eat cream of wheat?
Cream of Wheat can be offered once your baby has started solids, prepared to suit their stage. This is a common allergen (Gluten).
How to cook cream of wheat for a baby
- Method
- Boiled
- Ready in
- 5 Min.
- Texture
- Smooth porridge
How you cut and serve cream of wheat changes as your baby grows. That is set out age by age below.
How to prepare cream of wheat, age by age
- 6 to 8 months
- Cook in water or breast milk until very smooth and thick. Cool before serving.
- 9 to 11 months
- Thin smooth porridge — adjust consistency with liquid.
- 12 to 17 months
- Slightly thicker porridge or cooled into soft finger-food pieces.
- 18 months and over
- Normal porridge serving.
Is cream of wheat an allergen?
Contains gluten. Introduce carefully if there is family history of coeliac disease.
Read: Introducing gluten safely
Is cream of wheat good for babies?
Cream of wheat (farina) is a refined wheat cereal that cooks into a silky smooth porridge. Naturally light in flavour and easy to digest. A source of iron when fortified, plus B vitamins and calcium. Its smooth texture is ideal for babies transitioning from purées to thicker foods. Pairs well with fruit purées.
- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin B
Storing cream of wheat
In the fridge
3 Days. Refrigerate cooked cream of wheat in a sealed container
In the freezer
2 Months. Freeze in portions — texture may change slightly on thaw
Goes well with
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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.