🍓 Weaning (6-12 months)
Full-Fat Yogurt & Fruit Breakfast
By Emma Whitfield · Pregnancy & Baby Writer
Babies need the fat that full-fat dairy provides for brain development — this is one of the few places where "full-fat" is specifically the right choice, unlike the rest of the family's diet.
Ingredients
- 3-4 tbsp full-fat plain yogurt (not low-fat, not flavoured)
- 1/4 ripe banana or a few soft berries, mashed
Method
- Mash the fruit until smooth or lightly textured, depending on your baby's stage.
- Stir through the yogurt, or serve them side by side for baby to combine themselves.
Tips
- Squash blueberries and other round fruits before serving to under-5s — whole round fruits are a choking hazard.
- This is a good vehicle for introducing dairy as an allergen for the first time — offer a small amount and watch for any reaction.
Weaning safety reminders
No honey before 12 months (infant botulism risk). No added salt or sugar. Cut round foods (grapes, cherry tomatoes) in quarters, not halves. Always supervise your baby while they eat, sitting upright, and check food has cooled to a safe temperature.
Questions about this recipe
Is full-fat yogurt & fruit breakfast suitable from 6 months+?
Yes — this recipe is designed for 6 months+. As with any weaning food, introduce one new ingredient at a time if your baby hasn’t had it before, and always supervise your baby while they eat.
Does this recipe contain common allergens?
Yes: Dairy. If introducing any of these to your baby for the first time, offer them alone in a small amount first, not combined with other new foods.
Can I freeze full-fat yogurt & fruit breakfast?
This recipe is best eaten fresh and isn’t recommended for freezing.
More weaning (6-12 months) recipes
This is general information, not medical or dietary advice — every baby and child is different. For allergy concerns, a family history of allergies, or anything you're unsure about, speak to your health visitor, GP or a registered dietitian before introducing new foods. Reviewed July 2026.