Peanuts for Babies
Complete guide on how to prepare and serve peanuts to your baby, by age.
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Safety Information
How to Serve Peanuts to a 6–9 Months Old
Serving Instructions
Starting around 6 months, peanuts should only be introduced as a safe, allergen exposure strategy—never as whole nuts or in pieces, which can be deadly choking hazards. A safe serving is 2–3 teaspoons (10–15 ml) of smooth peanut butter, well-thinned with breast milk, formula, or yogurt, or a similar amount of peanut powder mixed thoroughly into a familiar pureed or mashed food. Serve as part of a meal featuring iron-rich foods (such as pureed meats, beans, or iron-fortified cereal), a healthy fat (like avocado), and vitamin C–rich produce (such as oranges or broccoli) to support iron absorption. Limit to 2–3 times a week, monitoring carefully for signs of allergy.
Milestones at this age
See what development milestones to expect at 6–9 Months — cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional.
How to Serve Peanuts to a 9–18 Months Old
Serving Instructions
For ages 9–18 months, continue offering peanuts only as a thin, smooth peanut butter or as peanut powder well-incorporated into soft foods. Serve 2–3 teaspoons (10–15 ml) per meal, up to 3 times per week. Ensure other meal components include a balance of protein (meat, beans, lentils), fiber-rich grains, healthy fats, and vitamin C–rich fruits and vegetables. Never offer whole or chopped peanuts. Maintain careful supervision for signs of allergy, as allergic reactions often show up at this age.
Milestones at this age
See what development milestones to expect at 9–12 Months — cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional.
How to Serve Peanuts to a 18+ Months Old
Serving Instructions
For children 18 months and up, serve peanuts only as smooth, thin peanut butter or peanut powder stirred into soft foods, or as a spread on soft bread. Offer 2–3 teaspoons (10–15 ml) per serving, a few times per week. As your child’s self-feeding skills improve, you may slightly thicken the spread, but it must not be sticky or dry. Pair with wholesome grains, lean proteins, healthy fats (avocado), and vitamin C–rich produce for balanced nutrition. Never offer whole or half peanuts until at least age 4, due to ongoing high choking risk.
Milestones at this age
See what development milestones to expect at 18–24 Months — cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional.
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When to Talk to Your Pediatrician
Every child is different, and your pediatrician knows your baby best. If your baby has known allergies, was born prematurely, or has any feeding difficulties, consult your doctor before introducing new foods. If you ever observe signs of an allergic reaction — such as hives, swelling, vomiting, or difficulty breathing — seek emergency medical care immediately.
Important Safety Disclaimer
Every child develops chewing and swallowing skills at their own pace. The preparation methods shown are general guidelines; you must always evaluate your individual child's ability before serving. By offering this food, you agree to the following:
- Choking & Preparation: All foods can pose a choking hazard. You are strictly responsible for modifying food sizes and textures to match your child's skills. Always physically inspect this food for hidden hazards (e.g., bones, pits, seeds, splinters, or tough skins) before serving.
- Food Handling: Ensure all ingredients are properly washed, stored, and cooked to safe internal temperatures to prevent foodborne illness. Never serve raw or undercooked meat, poultry, seafood, or eggs to an infant.
- Allergens: Introduce any new food one at a time. Observe your child closely for signs of an allergic reaction (hives, swelling, vomiting, or difficulty breathing) and seek emergency medical care immediately if symptoms occur.
- Strict Supervision: 100% active, arm's-length adult supervision is required at all times while your child is eating or interacting with food.
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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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