Artichoke
Usually introduced around 6 months
Prep warning
Cook thoroughly until soft. Skip added salt.
Choking notes
Remove the tough outer leaves and the spiky inner choke. Serve only the soft fleshy parts and the heart, mashed or in strips.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Steam or boil until very soft. Peel back leaves and offer the tender flesh at the base, plus the soft heart. Discard the spiky choke.
Whole steamed leaves to scrape with the gums, or the heart cut into large soft strips.
9-12 months
Cook until soft and offer the soft leaf flesh and chopped heart. Keep them tender and unsalted.
Bite-sized pieces of soft heart for the pincer grasp.
12-18 months
Serve cooked artichoke hearts and tender leaves. Still skip the spiky choke and added salt.
Toddler-sized pieces of heart and leaves, good for fork practice.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Artichoke?
Most babies can try Artichoke from around 6 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
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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