Tahini (sesame paste) for Babies
Complete guide on how to prepare and serve tahini (sesame paste) to your baby, by age.
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How to Serve Tahini (sesame paste) to a 6–9 Months Old
Serving Instructions
For babies 6-9 months, tahini can be safely introduced as an ingredient mixed into soft foods like yogurt, porridge, mashed fruits, or vegetables. Offer no more than 1/2 tsp (2.5g) per meal, up to 3 times per week, as part of a balanced meal that includes iron-rich foods (like meat, lentils, or iron-fortified cereal), vitamin C sources (such as fruit or veg), and healthy fats. If serving for the first time, offer only tahini (no other new allergens), monitoring closely 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 Tahini (sesame paste) to a 9–18 Months Old
Serving Instructions
For children 9-18 months, increase tahini to up to 1 tsp (5g) per meal, still mixed into foods or thinly spread. Integrate it into varied meals that include protein, complex carbs, and fresh produce. Tahini complements foods like toast, pancakes, or veggie sticks. Continue monitoring for allergy symptoms with every new brand, as some processing methods differ.
Milestones at this age
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How to Serve Tahini (sesame paste) to a 18+ Months Old
Serving Instructions
From 18 months, tahini can be used more flexibly: as a spread, dip, sauce, or ingredient. Offer up to 1.5 tsp (7.5g) per meal, ideally with meals containing protein (e.g., eggs, legumes), whole grains, and colorful veggies. Encourage variety in presentation (with pita, crackers, veggie sticks, or fruit), and always supervise for both allergy and overconsumption, as too much can be high in fat for toddlers.
Milestones at this age
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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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