Prep warning
Brazil nuts are extremely high in selenium, which is toxic in excess. Keep to about 1 teaspoon of butter or a pinch of ground nut at a time, not daily.
Choking notes
Whole nuts and globs of nut butter are a choking hazard. Never offer whole or chopped Brazil nuts to babies or toddlers. Use only smooth nut butter spread thin, or finely ground nut.
How to serve by age
12-18 months
Stir up to 1 teaspoon of smooth Brazil nut butter into yogurt, warm cereal, or batter, or sprinkle a pinch of finely ground nut over food. Spread butter thin with no clumps.
No pieces. Only smooth butter spread thin or finely ground nut. No whole or chopped nuts.
Key nutrients
Allergen information
Tree nut is a common allergen. Read Tree nut guidance
Common questions
When can my baby eat Brazil nut?
Most babies can try Brazil nut from around 12 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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