This boiled egg recipe is a quick and fuelling breakfast that your whole family will love. Just cut it into slices to make a perfect baby-led finger food for your weaning baby. This egg recipe also makes a great midday feed for baby.
Packed with healthy fats from the avocado and protein from the egg, it is an excellent, stress-free meal to have in your weekly rotation!
Makes: 1 x Baby portion
Ingredients
1 egg
1/2 avocado, mashed
1 slice wholemeal bread
Method
- Place a small saucepan of water over a medium heat and bring to the boil
- Carefully add the egg to the water, using a slotted spoon if necessary.
- Allow to boil for 9 minutes to ensure the egg cooks through.
- While cooking, pop the bread in the toaster.
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Remove the egg from the water using a slotted spoon then allow to cool for two
Weaning and Storage
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6 months+ (Finger Food): Cut the prepared toast into strips. This is the perfect size and shape for your baby to grab, helping them practice their hand-eye coordination and self-feeding.
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Allergen Introduction: Because the egg is fully hard-boiled, this recipe is a fantastic, safe way to introduce egg as a potential allergen into your baby's diet from 6 months of age.
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Storage: This meal is best served fresh. However, to save time on busy mornings, you can hard-boil a batch of eggs in advance and store them (unpeeled) in the fridge for up to 3 days!
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