How to serve by age
6-9 months
Grind macadamia nuts to a fine powder and sprinkle on yogurt, fish, quinoa, or warm cereal. Or thin nut butter with yogurt or water and spread very thinly on toast.
Finely ground only, no whole or chunky pieces. Whole nuts are a major choking hazard until at least age 4.
9-12 months
Continue with finely ground macadamia sprinkled on food, or macadamia butter thinned and mixed in. Roll slippery fruit pieces in the ground nut for grip.
Finely ground only, or thinly spread butter. Still no whole or chunky pieces.
12-18 months
Finely ground macadamia or macadamia butter incorporated into yogurt, warm cereals, or thinly spread on toast. Macadamia milk can be offered as an occasional drink.
Finely ground or thinly spread butter only. Whole nuts remain a choking hazard until at least age 4.
Allergen information
Tree nut is a common allergen. Read Tree nut 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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