Paneer for babies
Why paneer is great for babies
Fresh, unsalted Indian cheese — high protein and naturally low sodium.
How to serve at 6–8 months
Soft-simmered thin strips (curries soften it beautifully), or crumbled into mash.
How to serve at 9–11 months
Crumbled paneer or thin soft-cooked strips.
How to serve at 12+ months
Cubes simmered soft in mild curries, or thin pan-seared strips.
Allergen note
Paneer counts as a milk exposure — one of the 9 common allergens. Current pediatric guidance favors introducing allergens early (around 6 months), one at a time, and keeping them in the diet regularly once tolerated.
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General information compiled from public pediatric feeding recommendations — not medical advice. Always supervise your baby while eating and talk to your pediatrician about starting solids and introducing allergens, especially if your baby has severe eczema or an existing food allergy.