Butternut squash
Usually introduced around 6 months
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Roast or steam until very soft. Peel and remove seeds. Offer in large strips you can mash on the gums.
Finger-length strips about two fingers wide, soft enough to squish.
9-12 months
Roast or steam until soft. Offer bite-sized pieces as the pincer grasp develops, or mashed.
Soft cubes about the size of a fingertip.
12-18 months
Roast or steam until soft. Serve in toddler-sized pieces for fork practice.
Bite-sized cubes or strips spearable with a fork.
Key nutrients
Common questions
When can my baby eat Butternut squash?
Most babies can try Butternut squash 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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