How to serve by age
6-9 months
Firm or extra-firm tofu is easiest to grip. Pan-sear lightly to firm the outside, or serve cold in soft strips. Soy is a top-9 allergen; introduce on a low-stress day.
Finger-length strips, or small cubes mashed on a spoon.
9-12 months
Cubed in stir-fries, crumbled into scrambles, or blended into sauces.
Small cubes (~1 cm).
12-18 months
Firm or extra-firm tofu is easiest to grip. Pan-sear lightly to firm the outside, or serve cold in soft strips. Soy is a top-9 allergen; introduce on a low-stress day.
Finger-length strips, or small cubes mashed on a spoon.
18-24 months
Firm or extra-firm tofu is easiest to grip. Pan-sear lightly to firm the outside, or serve cold in soft strips. Soy is a top-9 allergen; introduce on a low-stress day.
Finger-length strips, or small cubes mashed on a spoon.
2 years and up
Firm or extra-firm tofu is easiest to grip. Pan-sear lightly to firm the outside, or serve cold in soft strips. Soy is a top-9 allergen; introduce on a low-stress day.
Finger-length strips, or small cubes mashed on a spoon.
Key nutrients
Allergen information
Soy is a common allergen. Read Soy guidance
General informational content, not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician about introducing new foods, especially if your baby has any medical conditions or family history of allergies.
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