Crumpets (plain, low sodium) for Babies
Complete guide on how to prepare and serve crumpets (plain, low sodium) to your baby, by age.
Safety Information
How to Serve Crumpets (plain, low sodium) to a 6–9 Months Old
How to Cut
For babies 6-9 months old, crumpets should be offered in large strips (approximately 5-6 cm/2-2.5 inches wide) that your baby can easily grasp with their whole hand. The texture of crumpets is soft but slightly chewy, so to further reduce choking risk, consider gently toasting and then spreading with a thin layer of unsalted butter, plain yogurt, or mashed fruit to soften. Always avoid serving in small chunks or pieces, as these could clump and become a choking hazard. If this is baby’s first exposure to wheat or other allergens, monitor closely and serve alongside foods already well-tolerated.
Serving Instructions
Offer half a crumpet (about 17g/0.6 oz) per meal as part of a balanced plate with soft fruits/vegetables and an iron-rich protein. Be mindful of introducing wheat and any potential allergens in crumpets. Keep texture moist and soft and never serve dry or toasted hard pieces.
How to Serve Crumpets (plain, low sodium) to a 9–18 Months Old
How to Cut
At this age, crumpets can be cut into smaller strips or bite-sized squares (about 2-3 cm/1 inch), always ensuring the pieces are soft and not too chewy. Lightly toast and top with nutritious spreads, such as unsalted nut butter (if already introduced safely), mashed avocado, or fruit puree. Encourage your child to practice chewing by offering pieces that require a little chewing but never are dry or too tough. Always supervise meals closely and avoid any hard or dry parts that could increase choking risk.
Serving Instructions
Offer up to one crumpet (35g/1.2 oz) per meal, alongside a protein (egg, beans, yogurt, soft cheese) and a vegetable or fruit. Explore nutritious spreads and encourage self-feeding. Monitor for dryness—add a healthy spread if needed. Continue to watch for potential allergic reactions.
How to Serve Crumpets (plain, low sodium) to a 18+ Months Old
How to Cut
From 18 months, crumpets can generally be served in halves or quarters, or even whole if your child is a confident chewer. Continue to toast lightly and add nutritious spreads as desired. At this age, children are building skills to take bites and chew thoroughly, but always monitor closely. If the crumpet becomes dry or overly chewy, moisten with spreads or a dip to reduce choking risk. Keep portion sizes to one crumpet (about 35g/1.2 oz) as part of a balanced meal including a protein and fruit or veg.
Serving Instructions
Serve up to one crumpet (35g/1.2 oz) per meal as part of a plate with protein (meat, fish, dairy or plant-based), vegetables and/or fruit. Allow continued exploration of spreads, dips and self-feeding. Crumpets should be soft and moist. Continue to be mindful of choking hazard if eating quickly.
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