Broccoli for babies, by age.
At 6–8 months: Steam whole florets until very soft; the stem works as a natural handle. Or chop fine and mash into purée.
By age
How to serve
6–8 months
Steam whole florets until very soft; the stem works as a natural handle. Or chop fine and mash into purée.
- Texture: soft floret / mashed
9–11 months
Soft-cooked, chopped small.
- Texture: chopped small
12 months+
Soft-cooked pieces.
- Texture: pieces
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