Allergen note
Honey is not a common allergen but poses a serious risk of infant botulism; it should not be given to infants under one year old. For toddlers over one, it can be introduced in small amounts like any other new food.
How to serve
After 12 months, stir a thin drizzle of honey into yogurt or oatmeal, serving no more than 1-2 teaspoons at a time.
Preparation
Never serve honey raw to infants under one year due to botulism risk; for toddlers, gently warm runny honey to mix evenly into purees or yogurt, ensuring it is smooth and not a choking hazard.
Texture and choking risk
Due to its thick consistency, runny honey is a choking hazard for infants; always wait until after 12 months to introduce honey and supervise all feedings.
Starting ages are typical guidance for healthy, full-term babies who show signs of readiness. Your paediatrician may advise differently, especially where there is a family history of allergy.
Track first tastes and reactions
Log when your child first tries runny honey, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
More Sugars & sweeteners
🍯 Agave liquid sweetener
Low – not a common allergen; introduce around 6 mo if developmentally ready.
🍯 Cocoa powder
Low – not a common allergen; introduce around 6 mo if developmentally ready.
🍯 Honey
Low – not a common allergen; introduce around 6 mo if developmentally ready.
🍯 Maple syrup
Low – not a common allergen; introduce around 6 mo if developmentally ready.
🍯 Molasses
Low – not a common allergen; introduce around 6 mo if developmentally ready.
🍯 powdered sugar
Powdered sugar is generally well-tolerated, but check that it is pure cane sugar without added cornstarch if t…