Honey
Usually introduced around 12 months
Prep warning
Never give honey before 12 months, in any form, including cooked or baked into foods, because of the risk of infant botulism. The risk is not related to the amount. After 12 months, keep honey as an occasional treat and limit added sugars.
How to serve by age
6-9 months
Do not give honey before 12 months, in any form. This includes raw, pasteurized, and honey baked or cooked into foods, because honey can carry spores that cause infant botulism. At this age, skip honey entirely and sweeten naturally with mashed fruit such as banana or apple if you want a touch of sweetness.
Not offered before 12 months.
9-12 months
Honey is still off the menu until 12 months, including honey cooked or baked into foods. The risk of infant botulism does not depend on the amount, so even a small taste or a honey-sweetened biscuit should wait. Check ingredient labels on cereals, crackers, and snacks for added honey at this age.
Not offered before 12 months.
12-18 months
From 12 months, honey can be offered. Drizzle a small amount over yogurt, oatmeal, or toast, or use it in cooking and baking. Honey is sticky and very sweet, so a little is enough and it is best kept as an occasional treat rather than a daily sweetener. Plain foods and whole fruit still belong at the center of meals.
Drizzled in a small amount over or into food.
Common questions
When can my baby eat Honey?
Most babies can try Honey from around 12 months, once they show signs of readiness. Check the prep and cut-size notes above before you start.
Is Honey a choking hazard for babies?
Honey is considered a lower choking-risk food when served in age-appropriate sizes and textures. Follow the cut sizes above and always stay close during meals.
Is Honey a common allergen?
Honey is not one of the major food allergens. Any new food can still cause a reaction, so keep an eye on your baby the first few times.
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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