Allergen note
Self-rising flour contains wheat (a common allergen) and often baking powder; introduce it separately after other single-ingredient solids, watching for reactions.
How to serve
For infants over 6 months, mix a tablespoon of self-rising flour into small, soft pancakes or muffins, ensuring they are fully cooked and cooled before serving in bite-sized pieces.
Preparation
Always cook self-rising flour thoroughly to eliminate raw flour risks and modify texture by adding liquids like yogurt or mashed fruits for a soft, easy-to-swallow consistency.
Texture and choking risk
Self rising flour is not a choking hazard itself, but when mixed with saliva it can form a pasty glob; always cook it into appropriate foods and supervise all meals.
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 self rising flour, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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