Almond Milk for Babies
Complete guide on how to prepare and serve almond milk to your baby, by age.
Safety Information
How to Serve Almond Milk to a 6–9 Months Old
How to Cut
No cutting is necessary for almond milk. For this age, ensure almond milk is unsweetened and plain, free of added sugars and flavorings. Serve in an open cup with adult supervision, holding the cup if needed to help your baby sip. Do not offer plant-based milks as a main drink before 12 months, as they do not provide the essential nutrients found in breastmilk or formula. Almond milk may be used sparingly to moisten foods or in cooked recipes, but not as a replacement for formula or breastmilk.
Serving Instructions
For infants 6-9 months, almond milk should not replace breastmilk or formula, which remain the primary nutrition sources. Almond milk may be used in very small amounts (no more than a few teaspoons/teaspoons, ca. 15 ml or 0.5 fl oz) to moisten purees or cereals, or in cooking. Always choose plain, unsweetened, and unflavored almond milk. Serve only a small amount as part of a balanced meal including iron-rich foods and healthy fats. Watch closely for any signs of allergic reaction.
How to Serve Almond Milk to a 9–18 Months Old
How to Cut
Still, no cutting is needed. Continue to offer unsweetened and unflavored almond milk in small quantities, only as an occasional addition to recipes, oatmeal, or smoothies, not as a primary drink, as it lacks protein, fat, and sufficient nutrients for this age. Always serve almond milk in an open cup with supervision. Watch for possible allergic reactions, especially if nuts have not been introduced yet.
Serving Instructions
From 9-18 months, almond milk may occasionally be used in recipes or to moisten foods, but not as a daily drink. Offer no more than 60 ml (2 fl oz) at a time, and not more than a few times per week. Always use unsweetened, natural almond milk. Pair with a mix of protein-rich, iron-rich, and energizing foods for a balanced meal. Continue offering breastmilk, formula, or cow’s milk (after 12 months) as primary dairy sources.
How to Serve Almond Milk to a 18+ Months Old
How to Cut
Almond milk can be offered more regularly in meals but should still not substitute for regular cow's milk, breastmilk, or formula as the main drink until after age 2. Use unsweetened, calcium-fortified almond milk for nutritional balance if desired. Serve in an open cup and include as part of a meal with a variety of foods to ensure ample protein and nutrient intake. Introduce nuts as finger foods if developmentally ready.
Serving Instructions
After 18 months, almond milk can be included more often in meals, served in an open cup alongside other nutritious foods. It remains important to use unsweetened, calcium-fortified versions for better nutrition. Limit volumes to 120-180 ml (4-6 fl oz) at a time, a few times per week if using as a drink. Always prioritize whole-milk dairy or breastmilk as main sources of dairy until age 2. Almond milk can also be added to smoothies, cereals, or in baking for taste and texture variety.
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