Egg yolk, well-cooked mashed
EggFrom about 6 monthsAllergen: egg
When can babies start?
Egg yolk, well-cooked mashed can usually be offered from around 6 months, once solids are underway.Guideline basis: WHO 2023 complementary feeding guideline with NHS and AAP aligned notes
How to serve by age
- Up to 12 monthshard-cooked mashed yolk
- Up to 24 monthswell-cooked egg pieces
Allergen information
Egg yolk, well-cooked mashed belongs to the egg allergen group. Guidance suggests offering it on its own in an age-appropriate form, starting small, and keeping it in the diet once introduced.
If you ever suspect a reaction, stop the food and talk to your paediatrician.
Fits these family diets
Non-vegetarian
Common questions
- When can babies have Egg yolk, well-cooked mashed?
- Egg yolk, well-cooked mashed can usually be offered from around 6 months (WHO 2023 complementary feeding guideline with NHS and AAP aligned notes)
- How should I serve Egg yolk, well-cooked mashed at first?
- Start with hard-cooked mashed yolk, and progress textures as your baby grows — see the serving guide above.
- Is Egg yolk, well-cooked mashed a common allergen?
- Yes — Egg yolk, well-cooked mashed is in the egg group. Offer it on its own in a small, age-appropriate amount and keep it in the diet once it goes well.
Why we say this
Egg around 6 months well-cooked aligns with 2021 consensus early introduction
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Educational information from curated sources — not medical advice. Always confirm with your paediatrician.