
Can be served at 6–18 months when prepared as described below. Fine to serve from 18 months, prepared as described below. Watch for: added sugar. Low choking risk. Allergen risk is high (4/5): start with a small amount and watch for a reaction.
Last reviewed: October 2026
Prepare with care
Only if plain, unsweetened, and used in cooking or mixing with food rather than served as a drink
The NHS and AAP advise that plant milk alternatives must not be served as a drink before 12 months, but plain, unsweetened almond milk may be used in small amounts in cooking.
For infants 6-9 months, almond milk should not replace breastmilk or formula, which remain the primary nutrition sources. Plain, unsweetened almond milk may be used in small amounts to moisten purees or cereals, or in cooking. Serve as part of a balanced meal including iron-rich foods and healthy fats. Watch closely for any signs of allergic reaction.
Prepare with care
Only if unsweetened, and used only in cooking before 12 months
The NHS advises against plant drinks as a beverage before 12 months; from 12 months of age, unsweetened, calcium-fortified almond drinks can be offered as a drink.
From 9-18 months, almond milk may be used in recipes or to moisten foods. Almond milk should not be given as a drink before 12 months. From 12 months, unsweetened, calcium-fortified almond milk can be offered in an open cup as part of a balanced diet alongside meals, while continuing breastmilk or whole cow's milk.
Fine to serve
Suitable at this age with the usual preparation described below.
After 18 months, unsweetened, calcium-fortified almond milk can be served in an open cup alongside meals or used in smoothies, porridge, and baking. Whole cow's milk or breast milk should remain the main dairy source until age 2 unless advised otherwise by your pediatrician.
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Age and preparation guidance informed by the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the World Health Organization's complementary feeding guidelines, ESPGHAN's (European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition) position paper on complementary feeding, and EFSA's (European Food Safety Authority) scientific opinion on the introduction of complementary feeding. This content is independently created by Dalo Baby for informational purposes only and does not imply endorsement by or affiliation with any of these organizations.
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